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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Peaceful retreat
  • Large windows
  • Elegant finishes
  • Outdoor space
  • Open-concept design
  • Contemporary appliances

Location

917 Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Grays Lake

Property Overview

A peaceful retreat with large windows, elegant finishes, an open-concept layout, outdoor space, and contemporary appliances creates a polished living environment. Nearby conveniences include a top-rated high school, pet-friendly amenities, 12 listing photos for a clearer preview, and strong value per square foot relative to others in the area.

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

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

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Drake • 2530 University Ave

2 Beds

$1,335–$1,375

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Accent • 3101 Cleveland Ave

2 Beds

$1,345

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East Village • 418 E Grand Ave

2 Beds

$1,245–$1,310

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East Village • 317 E 6th St

2 Beds

$1,685–$1,700

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Downtown Des Moines • 604 Locust St

2 Beds

$1,689–$1,780

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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Southwestern Hills • 4400 Park Ave

2 Beds

$1,220–$1,460

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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Downtown Des Moines • 110 10th St

2 Beds

$1,425

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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402 E Watrous Ave

2 Beds

$1,475

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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Drake • 2530 University Ave

2 Beds

$1,335–$1,375

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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Accent • 3101 Cleveland Ave

2 Beds

$1,345

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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East Village • 418 E Grand Ave

2 Beds

$1,245–$1,310

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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East Village • 317 E 6th St

2 Beds

$1,685–$1,700

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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Downtown Des Moines • 604 Locust St

2 Beds

$1,689–$1,780

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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Southwestern Hills • 4400 Park Ave

2 Beds

$1,220–$1,460

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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Downtown Des Moines • 110 10th St

2 Beds

$1,425

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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402 E Watrous Ave

2 Beds

$1,475

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

Rent trends in Grays Lake

2-bedroom apartments at 917 Kirkwood Ave cost about 37% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Grays Lake
Des Moines
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,188
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
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grays Lake
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,100
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,132
February 2025$1,196
March 2025$1,185
April 2025$1,295
May 2025$2,224
June 2025$2,500
July 2025$1,400
August 2025$1,100
October 2025$1,227
November 2025$1,228
December 2025$944
January 2026$1,162
February 2026$1,485
March 2026$1,400
April 2026$1,080
May 2026$1,098
June 2026$1,150
July 2026$1,099
August 2026$1,100
September 2026$1,090
October 2026$1,099

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 917 Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines, IA.
3 months ago$1,500

Schools near 917 Kirkwood Ave

Park Avenue Elementary School

3141 sw 9th st

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

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 917 Kirkwood Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 917 Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 917 Kirkwood Ave

Himalyan Grocery
3300 SW 9th St
B & B Grocery, Meat & Deli
2001 SE 6th St
B & B Super Market
2001 SE 6th St
Hy-Vee
420 Court Ave
Sahota Food Mart
1805 SE 14th St
Keo's Tailoring
2432 SW 9th St
Marley's Boutique
3001 SW 9th St
Animal Lifeline Thrift Shop
3304 SW 9th St
Elements Ltd
1509 Pleasant View Dr
Flash Apparel Inc
120 E Jackson Ave
Orange Julius
3408 SW 9th St
Chuchu Donuts
580 SW 9th St
Starbucks
220 SW 9th St
Craft Brew Collective
210 SW 11th St
St Kilda Cafe & Bakery
300 SW 5th St Harbach Lofts
2301 LLC
2301 SW 9th St
Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery
2301 SW 9th St
Club 2000
422 Indianola Rd
Park Avenue Pub
1101 Park Ave
Striking Sparrow Lounge
1930 SE 6th St
Scenic Route Bakery, LLC
1000 Murphy St
B & B Super Market
2001 SE 6th St
Dor Bakery
320 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Mi Casa Cake Shop
3306 Indianola Ave
Fresh Fit Meals Downtown
801 Grand Ave
MacRae Park
Playground
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Gray's Lake Park
Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery
2301 SW 9th St
Taqueria La Mexicana
2453 SW 9th St
Taco John's
2727 SW 9th St
Barattas @ Forte
2320 South Union St
Baratta's Restaurant
2320 South Union St
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