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309 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA|East Village
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Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 1,266 sqft | $1,995 /mo | 1 unit available | This modern 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in downtown Des Moines—located in the vibrant East Village—offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy your own private balcony, secured building entry for added peace of mind, and a covered parking space. The thoughtfully designed layout provides efficient living with plenty of natural light and seamless access to outdoor space. Ideally situated in one of the city’s most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods, you’ll have easy access to local shops, dining, and transportation options right outside your door. To submit an application please visit www rpmiowa com Click “Apply Now” and follow the “before you begin” instructions on the landing page. Make sure to have income statements, a photo ID, and any other relevant information ready. APPLICATION TURNAROUND TIME: 2-3 business days When applying make sure to have income statements, a photo ID, and any other relevant information ready. PETS: All pets are subject to owner approval. $250 non-refundable fee at move-in and $50 per month in pet rent per pet. GUARANTORS:Co-signers are accepted, but must apply separately. No guarantee of approval with co-signer. LEASE LENGTH: Flexible lease term at this time SECTION 8 & HOST HOMES: Unavailable at this time SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted on the property ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN RENT: Tenant Management Fee: $34.99 Lease Origination Fee: $199 one time Application: ONLY $49! For consideration, please note that all applicants 18 and over will be subject to credit, criminal, and eviction background checks. All persons living in the home who are over the age of 18 must apply separately and will be included on the lease agreement. Also, please note that if you take possession of a property after the 20th of the month the remaining prorated till the end of the month will be due on the move-in date. *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. |
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Amenities for 309 E 5th Street
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Covered Parking Spot | Outdoor Space |
Services
| Garbage | Lawn Care |
| Snow Removal |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 309 E 5th Street
This modern 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in downtown Des Moines—located in the vibrant East Village—offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy your own private balcony, secured building entry for added peace of mind, and a covered parking space. The thoughtfully designed layout provides efficient living with plenty of natural light and seamless access to outdoor space. Ideally situated in one of the city’s most walkable and sought-after neighborhoods, you’ll have easy access to local shops, dining, and transportation options right outside your door. To submit an application please visit www rpmiowa com Click “Apply Now” and follow the “before you begin” instructions on the landing page. Make sure to have income statements, a photo ID, and any other relevant information ready. APPLICATION TURNAROUND TIME: 2-3 business days When applying make sure to have income statements, a photo ID, and any other relevant information ready. PETS: All pets are subject to owner approval. $250 non-refundable fee at move-in and $50 per month in pet rent per pet. GUARANTORS:Co-signers are accepted, but must apply separately. No guarantee of approval with co-signer. LEASE LENGTH: Flexible lease term at this time SECTION 8 & HOST HOMES: Unavailable at this time SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted on the property ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN RENT: Tenant Management Fee: $34.99 Lease Origination Fee: $199 one time Application: ONLY $49! For consideration, please note that all applicants 18 and over will be subject to credit, criminal, and eviction background checks. All persons living in the home who are over the age of 18 must apply separately and will be included on the lease agreement. Also, please note that if you take possession of a property after the 20th of the month the remaining prorated till the end of the month will be due on the move-in date. *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.
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Rent trends in East Village
1-bedroom apartments at 309 E 5th Street cost about 67% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Village.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
East Village
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $897 |
| May 2024 | $896 |
| June 2024 | $906 |
| July 2024 | $898 |
| August 2024 | $849 |
| September 2024 | $935 |
| October 2024 | $937 |
| November 2024 | $884 |
| December 2024 | $898 |
| January 2025 | $897 |
| February 2025 | $895 |
| March 2025 | $825 |
| April 2025 | $783 |
| May 2025 | $774 |
| June 2025 | $773 |
| July 2025 | $773 |
| August 2025 | $767 |
| September 2025 | $753 |
| October 2025 | $750 |
| November 2025 | $750 |
| December 2025 | $750 |
| January 2026 | $762 |
| February 2026 | $791 |
| March 2026 | $794 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $995 |
| May 2024 | $995 |
| June 2024 | $995 |
| July 2024 | $1,051 |
| August 2024 | $1,080 |
| September 2024 | $1,020 |
| October 2024 | $995 |
| November 2024 | $995 |
| December 2024 | $991 |
| January 2025 | $983 |
| February 2025 | $991 |
| March 2025 | $1,010 |
| April 2025 | $995 |
| May 2025 | $897 |
| June 2025 | $1,028 |
| July 2025 | $1,065 |
| August 2025 | $991 |
| September 2025 | $936 |
| October 2025 | $870 |
| November 2025 | $868 |
| December 2025 | $863 |
| January 2026 | $913 |
| February 2026 | $921 |
| March 2026 | $918 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 309 E 5th Street
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
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 309 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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 309 E 5th St, Des Moines
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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