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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Original hardwood floors
  • Bright, open layout
  • Updated flooring
  • Ample cabinet storage
  • Vintage-style bathroom

Location

609 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA|East Village

Property Overview

Featuring original hardwood floors and a vintage-style bathroom, the property showcases a bright, open layout with ample cabinet storage. Located conveniently near top-rated schools, numerous grocery stores, parks, and a vibrant dining scene, it offers exceptional value for money and easy access to work from home amenities and public transit. The inclusion of off-street parking and updated flooring enhances both functionality and comfort.

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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Amenities for 609 E 5th St, East Village

Features

Forced AirHardwood Floor
Washer/Dryer HookupsWater

Appliances

Garbage DisposalRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable ReadyWired For Internet

Community

Security CamerasSewage

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingStorage

Neighborhood

Near Parks
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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months

About 609 E 5th St

HomeHouses in Des Moines 609 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

Property Id: 2269020 This updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath townhouse offers a perfect blend of classic charm and modern touches in the heart of Des Moines’ East Village. With original hardwood floors, fresh updates throughout, and a bright, open layout, this home delivers comfort and character all in one. The living and dining areas feature beautiful hardwood floors and great natural light, creating a warm, inviting space. The kitchen offers ample cabinet storage and updated flooring for a clean, functional feel. The vintage-style bathroom features original pink tilework, giving the space a unique, retro charm while maintaining everyday practicality. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, easy access to I-235, and a walkable location just minutes from dining, cafés, shops, and everything the East Village has to offer. Perfect for anyone seeking a cozy, well-maintained home with timeless character in one of Des Moines’ most desirable neighborhoods.


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 609 E 5th St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.6 miles away
Extra storage
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away

Address details

NeighborhoodEast Village
Zip code50309
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in East Village

1-bedroom apartments at 609 E 5th St cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
East Village
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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$865
January 2026$870
February 2026$870
March 2026$870
April 2026$871
May 2026$874
June 2026$870
July 2026$846
August 2026$826
September 2026$820
October 2026$820
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Village
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,307
December 2024$1,313
January 2025$1,348
February 2025$1,333
March 2025$1,228
April 2025$1,150
May 2025$1,184
June 2025$1,088
July 2025$1,076
August 2025$1,159
September 2025$1,151
October 2025$1,071
November 2025$1,067
December 2025$1,067
January 2026$1,157
February 2026$1,216
March 2026$1,245
April 2026$1,239
May 2026$1,147
June 2026$1,165
July 2026$1,179
August 2026$1,285
September 2026$1,259
October 2026$1,243

Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 609 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA.
8 months ago$925

Schools near 609 E 5th St

Carver Elementary School

705 e university ave

des moines, IA, 50316

K-5Public
C-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

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 609 E 5th St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 609 E 5th St, Des Moines

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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