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  • Pet Friendly

Location

23407 16th Avenue South, Des Moines, Washington 98198, United States|Zenith
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Property Overview

Whispering Brook holds an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. It excels in amenities with a perfect score of 10, and its competitive pricing and prime location receive high ratings of 9, ensuring excellent value and convenience. Additionally, the property offers trustworthiness at a 7, backed by a detailed description and 21 photos, allowing prospective renters to make informed decisions.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Whispering Brook Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Whispering Brook Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Fireplace
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

A-1051 bed1 bath466 sqft$1,725 /mo
D-3022 bed2 bath769 sqft$2,225 /mo
D-3042 bed2 bath769 sqft$2,225 /mo

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Amenities for Whispering Brook Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
FireplaceFreezer
Hardwood FloorLarge Closets
No Pets AllowedWalk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
Range/OvenRefrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Roof Deck

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
PlaygroundStorage
Swimming PoolYard

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOnline Community Portal

Neighborhood

Public Transportation

Other

Online Payments
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 Whispering Brook Apartments

HomeApartments in Des Moines Whispering Brook Apartments

Whispering Brook Apartments is a Des Moines Apartment located at 23407 16Th Ave. The property features 1 - 2 BR rental units available starting at $1725. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, No Pets Allowed, On-Site Laundry, and In-Unit Laundry. Covered Parking parking, Surface Parking parking, and Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Whispering Brook Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Whispering Brook Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Whispering Brook Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Whispering Brook Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Whispering Brook Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Whispering Brook Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Whispering Brook Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Whispering Brook Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Whispering Brook Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Whispering Brook Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Zenith

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Whispering Brook Apartments to be 22% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Zenith.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Zenith
Des Moines
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,070
January 2024$2,066
February 2024$2,016
March 2024$2,093
April 2024$2,008
May 2024$1,965
June 2024$2,075
July 2024$2,029
August 2024$1,998
September 2024$2,045
October 2024$1,951
November 2024$1,849
December 2024$1,950
January 2025$1,967
February 2025$1,977
March 2025$1,966
April 2025$1,931
May 2025$1,935
June 2025$1,898
July 2025$1,854
August 2025$1,929
September 2025$1,830
October 2025$1,821
November 2025$1,967
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Zenith
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,950
November 2024$1,950
December 2024$1,950
February 2025$1,950
August 2025$1,803
September 2025$1,825
October 2025$1,825

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Can I afford to live at 23407 16th Avenue South?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$69,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,725.
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Schools near Whispering Brook Apartments

Des Moines Elementary School

22001 9th ave s

des moines, WA, 98198

PK, K-5Public
B-

Valley View Early Childhood Center

17622 46th ave s

seatac, WA, 98188

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 23407 16th Avenue South

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 23407 16th Avenue South, Des Moines

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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