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3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Lower Beaver
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| A1 Renovated | 1 bed | 1 bath | 670 sqft | $675 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome home to Garden Court Apartments, where comfort, convenience, and affordability come together in the heart of Des Moines. Our inviting one-bedroom apartments offer the perfect space for individuals or couples looking for a place to call home. Each thoughtfully designed apartment features a functional floor plan with comfortable living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, ample closet storage, and plenty of natural light. Enjoy the convenience of a centrally located community with easy access to shopping, dining, parks, public transportation, and major roadways, making your daily commute simple. At Garden Court Apartments, you'll appreciate a welcoming community atmosphere and professional management dedicated to making your living experience enjoyable. Community Features: Spacious one-bedroom floor plans Convenient Des Moines location On-site laundry facilities Professional management and maintenance Off-street parking Close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and entertainment Easy access to I-235 and downtown Des Moines Whether you're looking for your first apartment or simply a place that offers great value in a convenient location, Garden Court Apartments is ready to welcome you home. | |
| B1 Renovated | 2 bed | 1 bath | 730 sqft | $750 /mo | 2 units available | Welcome home to Garden Court Apartments, where comfort, convenience, and affordability come together in the heart of Des Moines. Our inviting two-bedroom apartments offer the perfect space for individuals or couples looking for a place to call home. Each thoughtfully designed apartment features a functional floor plan with comfortable living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, ample closet storage, and plenty of natural light. Enjoy the convenience of a centrally located community with easy access to shopping, dining, parks, public transportation, and major roadways, making your daily commute simple. At Garden Court Apartments, you'll appreciate a welcoming community atmosphere and professional management dedicated to making your living experience enjoyable. Community Features: Spacious two-bedroom floor plans Convenient Des Moines location On-site laundry facilities Professional management and maintenance Off-street parking Close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and entertainment Easy access to I-235 and downtown Des Moines Whether you're looking for your first apartment or simply a place that offers great value in a convenient location, Garden Court Apartments is ready to welcome you home. |
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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About Garden Court
Welcome home to Garden Court Apartments, where comfort, convenience, and affordability come together in the heart of Des Moines. Our inviting one-bedroom apartments offer the perfect space for individuals or couples looking for a place to call home. Each thoughtfully designed apartment features a functional floor plan with comfortable living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, ample closet storage, and plenty of natural light. Enjoy the convenience of a centrally located community with easy access to shopping, dining, parks, public transportation, and major roadways, making your daily commute simple. At Garden Court Apartments, you'll appreciate a welcoming community atmosphere and professional management dedicated to making your living experience enjoyable. Community Features: Spacious one-bedroom floor plans Convenient Des Moines location On-site laundry facilities Professional management and maintenance Off-street parking Close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and entertainment Easy access to I-235 and downtown Des Moines Whether you're looking for your first apartment or simply a place that offers great value in a convenient location, Garden Court Apartments is ready to welcome you home.
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Rent trends in Lower Beaver
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lower Beaver.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Garden Court to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lower Beaver.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Lower Beaver
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $900 |
| 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 | $795 |
| April 2026 | $798 |
| May 2026 | $802 |
| June 2026 | $801 |
| July 2026 | $799 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | $700 |
| July 2025 | $700 |
| August 2025 | $700 |
| September 2025 | $700 |
| October 2025 | $677 |
| December 2025 | $650 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Garden Court
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Samuelson Elementary School
3929 bel-aire rd
des moines, IA, 50310
K-5Public
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Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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Getting around Des Moines near 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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