5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Balcony
- Gas fireplace
- Open concept
- Carport
- Italian tile floors
- Pet friendly
Location
309 E 5th St #505, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA|East Village
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant area, this property features a balcony, gas fireplace, and Italian tile floors, ideal for those who appreciate modern design. With proximity to 38 local event hubs, 29 parks, and an abundance of restaurants and cultural centers, it offers a bustling social life and numerous recreational options. Additionally, its pet-friendly environment, along with on-site wellness programs, enhances the appeal for active lifestyles.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 309 E 5th St #505, East Village
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Storage |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 309 E 5th St #505
Best view of the Capital from huge windows along the east side of this wonderful corner condo. Beautiful morning light fills this expansive great rm that is well designed with Italian tile flrs, soft neutral colors & an open concept. Perfect for cooking together, the kitchen opens invitingly to the great rm & has a gas cook top/duel fuel stove, Electrolux appls. & an attractive center aisle. The developer's unit: Special features include the design, a gas FP, a gorgeous lg bathroom, custom materials, & multiple closets in the master. Class & pizazz as well as charm in this outstanding unit. The balcony is great for grilling and chilling. A carport & a huge storage room included. Extra covered parking is available. Pet friendly. This '08 building has a good exercise room. A fantastic East Village location to enjoy walking to restaurants, watching the fireworks at the Ball Park, enjoying the Riverwalk and Farmers Market. Don't miss. Call 515-420-0024 to schedule a tour today! The address is 309 E 5th St #505, Des Moines, IA 50309
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 309 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 562 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Village |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50309 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in East Village
1-bedroom apartments at 309 E 5th St #505 cost about 39% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
East Village
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $902 |
| March 2024 | $1,004 |
| April 2024 | $1,012 |
| May 2024 | $996 |
| June 2024 | $1,007 |
| July 2024 | $998 |
| August 2024 | $998 |
| September 2024 | $997 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,385 |
| March 2024 | $1,373 |
| April 2024 | $1,297 |
| May 2024 | $1,296 |
| June 2024 | $1,296 |
| July 2024 | $1,300 |
| August 2024 | $1,299 |
| September 2024 | $1,328 |
| October 2024 | $1,332 |
| November 2024 | $1,307 |
| December 2024 | $1,313 |
| January 2025 | $1,348 |
| February 2025 | $1,333 |
| March 2025 | $1,228 |
| April 2025 | $1,150 |
| May 2025 | $1,184 |
| June 2025 | $1,088 |
| July 2025 | $1,076 |
| August 2025 | $1,159 |
| September 2025 | $1,151 |
| October 2025 | $1,071 |
| November 2025 | $1,067 |
| December 2025 | $1,067 |
| January 2026 | $1,163 |
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Can I afford to live at 309 E 5th St #505?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$64,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $2,075 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,850 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,650 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 309 E 5th St #505
Carver Elementary School
705 e university ave
des moines, IA, 50316
K-5Public
C-
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
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
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Getting around Des Moines near 309 E 5th St #505
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 309 E 5th St #505, Des Moines
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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