5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Washer, dryer hook ups in basement
- Stove
- All new paint and flooring
Location
5501 South Union Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50315, United States|Fort Des Moines
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Amenities for 5501 South Union Street, Fort Des Moines
Apartment Amenities
| No Dogs |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| No Cats |
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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
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 5501 South Union Street
Nice 4 Bedroom ranch style home with 2 baths, All new Paint and Flooring, 3 Bedroom and bath on main floor. 1 bedroom and 3/4 bath with 2nd family room downstairs. washer, dryer hook ups in basement. back yard with Yard shed Will sell outright for $240,000 We require: Each adult to apply with $40 fee, Verifiable dependable Household income of 3 times the monthly rent, Good rental and personal history. NO Pets NO Smoking Mid-American Average Billing = $171/mo Copy and paste to go to our website http www rothhomesdsm com renthomes php Patio Off Walk Out Basement Stove
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 5501 South Union Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Fort Des Moines |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50315 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Fort Des Moines
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Fort Des Moines
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $949 |
| January 2024 | $970 |
| 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 | $850 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5501 South Union Street?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$82,000/yr
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Schools near 5501 South Union Street
South Union Elementary School
4201 south union
des moines, IA, 50315
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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Neighborhood
Fort Des Moines | Des Moines, IA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Des Moines near 5501 South Union Street
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5501 South Union Street, Des Moines
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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