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Highlights
- Fitness center
- Excellent amenities
- Quiet living environment
Location
300 Walnut St #604, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA|Downtown Des Moines
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Matt Heiller
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Property Overview
Located in a walkable area with nearby public transit, outdoor spaces, parks, restaurants, and cultural venues, this residence also supports pet-friendly living and wellness-focused routines. Nearby fitness options, an on-site gym, and a quiet setting complement the excellent amenities, including a fitness center, for a balanced urban lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Balcony- Fitness center
- Package service
Great for
Eco living
Wellness
Social life
Amenities for 300 Walnut St #604, Downtown Des Moines
Features
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Deck | Hardwood Floor |
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Community
| Business Center | Cats OK |
| Fitness Center | Gym |
| Sauna | Wheelchair Accessible |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
Services
| Controlled Mail Room | Package Service |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 300 Walnut St #604
1 bedroom, 1 bath unfurnished condo available for rent right in the heart of downtown Des Moines! Located just one block off Court Avenue, this unit puts you within walking distance of some of the best downtown activities, including the Downtown Farmers’ Market, Civic Center, restaurants, bars, and entertainment. Direct Skywalk access also makes for an easy commute to downtown businesses, no matter the weather. The Plaza offers a great, quiet living environment with excellent amenities, including: • Outdoor pool & tennis/basketball court • Fitness center • Sauna & tanning bed • Secure mail/package room & staffed front desk • Included utilities & Wifi After living here for more than four years, I can personally say The Plaza has been a great place to call home, offering a quiet and comfortable environment in one of the best locations downtown Des Moines has to offer.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 300 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Fitness center
- The gym is just a few steps away
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 3.0 miles from public transportation
- Priced higher than average
- 1-bedrooms are $155 more than the median rent in this area
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.4 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Des Moines |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50309 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Des Moines
1-bedroom apartments at 300 Walnut St #604 cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Downtown Des Moines
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $949 |
| November 2024 | $963 |
| December 2024 | $1,007 |
| January 2025 | $1,018 |
| February 2025 | $983 |
| March 2025 | $949 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $915 |
| June 2025 | $918 |
| July 2025 | $876 |
| August 2025 | $870 |
| September 2025 | $870 |
| October 2025 | $855 |
| November 2025 | $848 |
| December 2025 | $865 |
| January 2026 | $870 |
| February 2026 | $870 |
| March 2026 | $870 |
| April 2026 | $871 |
| May 2026 | $874 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| July 2026 | $846 |
| August 2026 | $826 |
| September 2026 | $820 |
| October 2026 | $820 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,204 |
| November 2024 | $1,198 |
| December 2024 | $1,194 |
| January 2025 | $1,151 |
| February 2025 | $1,121 |
| March 2025 | $1,101 |
| April 2025 | $1,141 |
| May 2025 | $1,132 |
| June 2025 | $1,105 |
| July 2025 | $1,181 |
| August 2025 | $1,199 |
| September 2025 | $1,269 |
| October 2025 | $1,187 |
| November 2025 | $1,248 |
| December 2025 | $1,199 |
| January 2026 | $1,141 |
| February 2026 | $1,126 |
| March 2026 | $1,187 |
| April 2026 | $1,184 |
| May 2026 | $1,200 |
| June 2026 | $1,215 |
| July 2026 | $1,143 |
| August 2026 | $1,107 |
| September 2026 | $1,163 |
| October 2026 | $1,246 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 300 Walnut St #604?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$58,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 months ago | $1,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $780 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,295 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $710 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $550 | 1 bed | 1.5 bath |
Schools near 300 Walnut St #604
Walnut Street School
901 walnut st
des moines, IA, 50309
PK, K-5Public
C
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Getting around Des Moines near 300 Walnut St #604
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 300 Walnut St #604, Des Moines
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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