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Highlights
- Prime location
- In-unit laundry
- Private outdoor space
- Carpeted floors
Location
2601 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA|Fairground
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Property Overview
2601/2603 E Walnut Street offers strong value with an 8.1 overall rating, standout price and location scores, and a high level of trustworthiness. Its prime location, in-unit laundry, private outdoor space, and carpeted floors add to its appeal, while nearby highly rated schools and excellent value per square foot further strengthen the property.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to 2603 E Walnut Street, located in the vibrant city of Des Moines, IA. This spacious apartment offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, providing ample space for your comfort and convenience. As a resident, you'll enjoy the convenience of an in-unit laundry, allowing you to tackle your laundry needs without leaving the comfort of your home. The apartment spans two stories, providing a unique layout that offers privacy and separation between living and sleeping areas. The carpeted floors add a touch of warmth and coziness to the space, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The full kitchen appliance package ensures that you have all the necessary tools to prepare delicious meals and entertain guests. Additionally, this apartment boasts a backyard, providing a private outdoor space where you can relax and unwind. With its prime location in Des Moines, you'll have easy access to a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make 2601 E Walnut Street your new home. Contact us today at 515-334-3445 to schedule a tour and experience the comfort and convenience this apartment has to offer. |
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About 2601/2603 E Walnut Street
Welcome to 2603 E Walnut Street, located in the vibrant city of Des Moines, IA. This spacious apartment offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, providing ample space for your comfort and convenience. As a resident, you'll enjoy the convenience of an in-unit laundry, allowing you to tackle your laundry needs without leaving the comfort of your home. The apartment spans two stories, providing a unique layout that offers privacy and separation between living and sleeping areas. The carpeted floors add a touch of warmth and coziness to the space, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The full kitchen appliance package ensures that you have all the necessary tools to prepare delicious meals and entertain guests. Additionally, this apartment boasts a backyard, providing a private outdoor space where you can relax and unwind. With its prime location in Des Moines, you'll have easy access to a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make 2601 E Walnut Street your new home. Contact us today at 515-334-3445 to schedule a tour and experience the comfort and convenience this apartment has to offer.
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.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 2601/2603 E Walnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2601/2603 E Walnut Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
2601/2603 E Walnut Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 2601/2603 E Walnut Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2601/2603 E Walnut Street 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 2601/2603 E Walnut Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 2601/2603 E Walnut Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 340 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2 miles away
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Fairground
2-bedroom apartments at 2601/2603 E Walnut Street cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Fairground.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Fairground
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $998 |
| September 2024 | $997 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| November 2024 | $963 |
| December 2024 | $1,007 |
| January 2025 | $1,018 |
| February 2025 | $983 |
| March 2025 | $949 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $915 |
| June 2025 | $918 |
| July 2025 | $876 |
| August 2025 | $870 |
| September 2025 | $870 |
| October 2025 | $855 |
| November 2025 | $848 |
| December 2025 | $865 |
| January 2026 | $870 |
| February 2026 | $870 |
| March 2026 | $870 |
| April 2026 | $871 |
| May 2026 | $874 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| July 2026 | $846 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $750 |
| June 2025 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2601 E Walnut St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$42,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 2601/2603 E Walnut Street
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
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Neighborhood
Fairground | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 2601 E Walnut St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
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 2601 E Walnut St, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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