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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Tiled bathroom flooring
- Nicely finished wood floors
Location
3942 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Merle Hay
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Property Overview
Tiled bathroom flooring and nicely finished wood floors add a polished touch, while 36 photos provide a helpful visual preview. Nearby top-rated middle and high schools are within about three-quarters of a mile, and the area also supports pet friendliness with nearby pet hospitals, a dog park, and pet supply stores.
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- High school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 3942 57th St, Merle Hay
Features
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Services
| Concierge Service | Package Service |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
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 3942 57th St
Charming 2-bedroom ranch in great condition and just minutes to Merle Hay Mall and other restaurants/stores. Enjoy the nicely finished wood floors and tiled bathroom flooring. One car detached garage. Washer and Dryer not maintained by owner. Tenant must have renter's insurance during tenancy. RBP: All Renters Warehouse - Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $45.95/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score with timely rent payments, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application. Home available mid-September! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to secure your new home at 3942 57th Street. Application Process: Background and soft credit check required. 24 month lease minimum. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit depends on Credit score, and if approved, there is a one time administrative fee of $150. No Smoking on premises. Pets ok with approval. Initial non-refundable pet fee, $250/pet & $50/month pet fee. Security deposit depends on background and credit. Contact Renters Warehouse with additional questions. Call Tina at 515-996-4739 or email ****
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 3942 57th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.6 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.8 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
Address details
| Neighborhood | Merle Hay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50310 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Merle Hay
2-bedroom apartments at 3942 57th St cost about 25% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,175 |
| November 2024 | $1,187 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $925 |
| November 2024 | $959 |
| December 2024 | $931 |
| January 2025 | $925 |
| February 2025 | $964 |
| March 2025 | $938 |
| April 2025 | $952 |
| May 2025 | $994 |
| June 2025 | $1,081 |
| July 2025 | $1,189 |
| August 2025 | $1,128 |
| September 2025 | $1,053 |
| October 2025 | $1,037 |
| November 2025 | $1,004 |
| December 2025 | $962 |
| January 2026 | $900 |
| February 2026 | $899 |
| March 2026 | $899 |
| April 2026 | $936 |
| May 2026 | $1,007 |
| June 2026 | $1,007 |
| July 2026 | $980 |
| August 2026 | $930 |
| September 2026 | $949 |
| October 2026 | $986 |
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Can I afford to live at 3942 57th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 5 years ago | $1,100 |
Schools near 3942 57th St
Moore Elementary School
3725 52nd st
des moines, IA, 50310
K-5Public
C-
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Getting around Des Moines near 3942 57th St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3942 57th St, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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