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Highlights
- Washer, dryer hook ups in basement
- Stove
- All new paint and flooring
Location
5501 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Fort Des Moines
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Amenities for 5501 S Union St, Fort Des Moines
Features
| No Dogs |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| No Cats |
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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 S Union St
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 MidAmerican Energy Budget billing estimate $105/a month 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 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 S Union St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile 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 Jul 25 2026.
Fort Des Moines
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,193 |
| September 2024 | $1,196 |
| October 2024 | $1,191 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $943 |
| September 2024 | $1,046 |
| October 2024 | $944 |
| November 2024 | $862 |
| December 2024 | $849 |
| January 2025 | $838 |
| February 2025 | $883 |
| March 2025 | $907 |
| May 2025 | $946 |
| June 2025 | $947 |
| July 2025 | $868 |
| August 2025 | $875 |
| September 2025 | $880 |
| October 2025 | $869 |
| November 2025 | $868 |
| December 2025 | $918 |
| January 2026 | $865 |
| February 2026 | $883 |
| March 2026 | $859 |
| April 2026 | $886 |
| May 2026 | $876 |
| June 2026 | $877 |
| July 2026 | $951 |
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Can I afford to live at 5501 S Union St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$81,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $81,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,025.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $2,050 |
Schools near 5501 S Union St
South Union Elementary School
4201 south union
des moines, IA, 50315
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
Orchard Hills Elementary School
1130 w north ave
norwalk, IA, 50211
2-3Public
B+
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Fort Des Moines | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 5501 S Union St
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 S Union St, 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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