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828 E 27th St #1, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA|Fairground
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Amenities for 828 E 27th St #1, Fairground
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 828 E 27th St #1
Compact and efficiently laid-out, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home at 828 East 27th Street offers 689 square feet of move-in-ready living with a fully equipped kitchen and bright, practical living spaces. The floorplan is straightforward and easy to furnish, making day-to-day living simple and low-maintenance. Located just east of University Avenue, the home sits within easy reach of the Neal Smith Trail and nearby Birdland Park for outdoor time along the Des Moines River, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds is a short drive away for seasonal events. Everyday errands and transit are convenient with local DART routes along University Avenue and neighborhood schools such as Capitol View Elementary close by.
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 828 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1.9 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.8 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Fairground |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50317 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Fairground
2-bedroom apartments at 828 E 27th St #1 cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Fairground
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,195 |
| 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 |
| August 2026 | $1,077 |
| September 2026 | $1,043 |
| October 2026 | $1,049 |
| November 2026 | $1,050 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | $1,249 |
| August 2026 | $1,245 |
| October 2026 | $1,036 |
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Can I afford to live at 828 E 27th St #1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$43,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,150 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 828 E 27th St #1
Capitol View Elementary School
320 e 16th
des moines, IA, 50316
PK, K-5Public
C-
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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
Getting around Des Moines near 828 E 27th St #1
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 828 E 27th St #1, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Other units at this address
828 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
828 E 27th St Des Moines, IA
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2 Beds, 1 Bath
2 Beds
1 Bath
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