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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Snow removal
- Pet friendly
Location
5630 Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Merle Hay
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant neighborhood with diverse age groups, this property is ideal for those who enjoy social engagement and easy access to amenities. Notable features include proximity to top-rated schools, with the nearest high school just over a mile away, and a significant number of mixed-use spaces within walking distance, providing a lively environment. The area's walkability enhances convenience and community interaction.
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
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 5630 Ovid Ave, Merle Hay
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 5630 Ovid Ave
+ Cute home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, located near Merle Hay. + Large lot with storage shed & fenced-in yard. + Spacious, unfinished basement for extra storage. + Newer vinyl windows, furnace, central air and water heater. + All appliances included, plus washer/dryer on main level, and lower level. --- + We're pet friendly! No pet deposits, just $35/month/pet fee. Two pet max. + Tenant responsible for utilities, lawn care, & snow removal. + All homes are offered as a one-year lease only. + No hidden fees! + Visit our website to submit an application, view screening criteria, view other homes coming soon, or to sign up for our mailing list. + Please help avoid scams! Keep in mind - we do not advertise on, and all property photos will have our company watermark and be listed on our website. We will never send you a lease without you viewing the property first and discussing with us.
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 5630 Ovid Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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 5630 Ovid Ave cost about 28% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,200 |
| December 2023 | $1,200 |
| January 2024 | $1,197 |
| February 2024 | $1,130 |
| March 2024 | $1,160 |
| April 2024 | $1,185 |
| May 2024 | $1,200 |
| June 2024 | $1,198 |
| July 2024 | $1,191 |
| 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 | $1,030 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $900 |
| December 2023 | $988 |
| January 2024 | $1,035 |
| February 2024 | $950 |
| March 2024 | $945 |
| April 2024 | $1,024 |
| May 2024 | $1,175 |
| June 2024 | $1,155 |
| July 2024 | $1,155 |
| August 2024 | $1,209 |
| September 2024 | $1,087 |
| October 2024 | $931 |
| 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 | $999 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 5 months ago | $1,275 |
Schools near 5630 Ovid Ave
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 5630 Ovid Ave
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
4/10
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 5630 Ovid Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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