5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Washer and dryer
- Central heating & ac
- Newly updated and renovated
- Red oak hardwood floors
- 1 car garage parking
Location
6210 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322, USA|Merle Hay
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Property Overview
Featuring convenient amenities such as a dishwasher and red oak hardwood floors, this property offers substantial storage and includes lawn care and snow removal services. Its location benefits from proximity to essential services, including a grocery store just over a mile away and a highly-rated elementary school nearby. Additionally, pet owners will find it accommodating, with several pet services and an accessible dog park within a short distance.
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- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 6210 Franklin Ave, Merle Hay
Features
| Air Conditioning | Carpet |
| Ceiling Fan | Central Heat |
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Freezer | Hardwood Floor |
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Lawn |
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 6210 Franklin Ave
Property Id: 1644577 Features: • Newly updated and renovated • Ground Level Space is 934 SqFt • Basement Space is 910 SqFt • Red oak hardwood floors • Central Heating & AC • Bathtub/Shower • Chandelier lighting with ceiling fan in main living room • Dishwasher • Garbage disposal Basement Features: • Entertainment room • Additional freezer • Washer and Dryer • Laundry Sink • Storage room Lease Options • 12 Month Lease $1525 a month • 11 Month Lease $1600 a month • 10 Month Lease $1675 a month • 9 Month Lease $1750 a month • 8 Month Lease $1800 a month • 7 Month Lease $1850 a month • 6 Month Lease $1900 a month • Deposit: 1 month's rent Application • Application Fee:$50 per adult • Screening Includes: Background, Eviction, Credit and Income Pets • Only Cats allowed • Cat Rent: $35 per cat • Cat Deposit: $300 per cat • One time nonrefundable fee of $150 per cat Vehicles and Parking • 1 car garage parking with remote access • Any additional vehicle will utilize street parking. Other • Utilities paid for by tenant • No smoking on any part of property, including outdoors and garage • Lawn care and snow removal handled by property management
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 6210 Franklin Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Merle Hay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50322 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Merle Hay
2-bedroom apartments at 6210 Franklin Ave cost about 69% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,024 |
| December 2025 | $1,042 |
| January 2026 | $1,022 |
| February 2026 | $1,033 |
| March 2026 | $1,048 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,004 |
| December 2025 | $962 |
| January 2026 | $900 |
| February 2026 | $899 |
| March 2026 | $899 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 months ago | $1,625 |
Schools near 6210 Franklin Ave
Windsor Elementary School
5912 university ave
des moines, IA, 50311
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
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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Getting around Des Moines near 6210 Franklin 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
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 6210 Franklin Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than 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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