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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Private backyard
- Generously sized bedrooms
- Cozy living room
- Charming hardwood floors
Location
3902 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Lower Beaver
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Property Overview
A private backyard, generously sized bedrooms, a cozy living room, and charming hardwood floors add to the appeal. Nearby top-rated middle and high schools, strong value for money, and access to pet supply stores, grooming services, and pet hospitals round out the standout points.
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
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 3902 38th St, Lower Beaver
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Dogs OK Up to 25 Pounds |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
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 3902 38th St
Welcome to this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom duplex with a comfortable layout and charming hardwood floors in the living room and kitchen. The living room offers a cozy place to relax and unwind, while the kitchen provides a welcoming space for preparing meals and enjoying your daily routine. Both bedrooms are generously sized, offering plenty of room to create a comfortable retreat. One bedroom is conveniently located on the main floor, while the second bedroom is in the lower level, providing added privacy and flexibility for your living needs. Step outside to enjoy your own private backyard, perfect for relaxing outdoors, enjoying your morning coffee, or spending time with family and friends. Residents are responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. The application fee is $59.50 per person. All applicants age 18 and older must complete an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background screenings. Resident Benefit Package (RBP) is a required monthly program that includes resident liability coverage, operational support services and additional resident benefits. Lease Administrative Fee $125.00 Resident Benefit Package (RBP) $54.50 Lease length 12-Month Standard Section 8 is not available at this time Smoking is not permitted on the property Pets are subject to owner approval and applicable Pet Rent and Pet Administrative Fee All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.
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 3902 38th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.8 miles away
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.5 miles from public transportation
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower Beaver |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50310 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower Beaver
2-bedroom apartments at 3902 38th St cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Lower Beaver
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,190 |
| December 2024 | $1,195 |
| January 2025 | $1,192 |
| February 2025 | $1,170 |
| March 2025 | $1,124 |
| April 2025 | $1,098 |
| May 2025 | $1,127 |
| June 2025 | $1,072 |
| July 2025 | $1,012 |
| August 2025 | $1,041 |
| September 2025 | $1,041 |
| October 2025 | $1,039 |
| November 2025 | $1,024 |
| December 2025 | $1,042 |
| January 2026 | $1,022 |
| February 2026 | $1,033 |
| March 2026 | $1,048 |
| April 2026 | $1,076 |
| May 2026 | $1,092 |
| June 2026 | $1,085 |
| July 2026 | $1,091 |
| August 2026 | $1,077 |
| September 2026 | $1,043 |
| October 2026 | $1,050 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $856 |
| December 2024 | $881 |
| January 2025 | $999 |
| February 2025 | $875 |
| April 2025 | $850 |
| May 2025 | $850 |
| June 2025 | $966 |
| July 2025 | $898 |
| August 2025 | $908 |
| September 2025 | $847 |
| October 2025 | $862 |
| November 2025 | $906 |
| December 2025 | $891 |
| January 2026 | $869 |
| February 2026 | $863 |
| March 2026 | $895 |
| April 2026 | $855 |
| May 2026 | $881 |
| June 2026 | $877 |
| July 2026 | $819 |
| August 2026 | $853 |
| September 2026 | $885 |
| October 2026 | $895 |
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Can I afford to live at 3902 38th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$36,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $920.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 4 years ago | $975 |
Schools near 3902 38th St
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Samuelson Elementary School
3929 bel-aire rd
des moines, IA, 50310
K-5Public
C
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
Getting around Des Moines near 3902 38th St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3902 38th St, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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