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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Central air conditioning
  • Snow removal
  • Washer/dryer hookups
  • Pet friendly
  • Street parking
  • Unfinished basement

Location

757 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA|Sherman Hill
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Management

Swift Properties Management Company

Leasing office

(515) 393-4790 ext. 2

Property Overview

757-759 17th Street earns a strong overall rating of 8.3, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. It offers central air conditioning, pet-friendly living, washer/dryer hookups, street parking, and snow removal, while nearby schools, restaurants, cultural spots, fitness options, and pet services add to its convenience and everyday appeal.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 757-759 17th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 757-759 17th 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,295–$1,395 /mo2 units availableDon't miss this two bedroom, one bathroom duplex (on the left side) in the wonderful Sherman Hills neighborhood! The main level opens to the living and kitchen areas. Both bedrooms and a full bathroom are located upstairs along with a bonus hallway closet. This rental home has ample street parking with a shared off-street parking space used best for loading/unloading. This space is shared with the other side of the duplex and has worked well for both sides over the last couple of years. Initial lease terms are 12 months with short term leases available for an additional fee. Residents pay Electric and Gas through MidAmerican Energy and Water/Sewer/Trash to the owner, billed in arrears with rent each month. This home has central air conditioning and washer/dryer hookups in the unfinished basement. The owner will take care of lawn care and snow removal. Street parking available. Pet friendly! No more than 2 pets with no weight or breed restrictions. Initial pet fee ($300 for first pet, $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($30/mo. per pet) apply. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.

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Amenities for 757-759 17th Street

Apartment Amenities

Dryer

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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

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Units2
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About 757-759 17th Street

HomeApartments in Des Moines 757-759 17th Street

Don't miss this two bedroom, one bathroom duplex (on the left side) in the wonderful Sherman Hills neighborhood! The main level opens to the living and kitchen areas. Both bedrooms and a full bathroom are located upstairs along with a bonus hallway closet. This rental home has ample street parking with a shared off-street parking space used best for loading/unloading. This space is shared with the other side of the duplex and has worked well for both sides over the last couple of years. Initial lease terms are 12 months with short term leases available for an additional fee. Residents pay Electric and Gas through MidAmerican Energy and Water/Sewer/Trash to the owner, billed in arrears with rent each month. This home has central air conditioning and washer/dryer hookups in the unfinished basement. The owner will take care of lawn care and snow removal. Street parking available. Pet friendly! No more than 2 pets with no weight or breed restrictions. Initial pet fee ($300 for first pet, $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($30/mo. per pet) apply. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 757-759 17th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 757-759 17th 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.
How we rated 757-759 17th Street
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.
757-759 17th 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·9A 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.
757-759 17th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 757-759 17th Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
757-759 17th 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 757-759 17th 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.

757-759 17th Street is great for:

Social life

  • 171 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 75 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 30 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 24 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 84 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 34 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • There are 22 grocery stores within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 757-759 17th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Sherman Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 757-759 17th Street cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sherman Hill.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Sherman Hill
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$950
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$812
August 2026$840
September 2026$856
A table of studio rental data trends in Sherman Hill
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,095
November 2024$925
December 2024$907
January 2025$755
February 2025$775
March 2025$810
April 2025$759
June 2025$737
July 2025$707
August 2025$715
September 2025$697
October 2025$709
November 2025$727
December 2025$697
January 2026$695
February 2026$695
March 2026$735
April 2026$735
May 2026$735

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,800/yr

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Schools near 757-759 17th Street

Edmunds Elementary School

950 15th st

des moines, IA, 50314

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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Neighborhood

Sherman Hill | Des Moines, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 757 17th St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 757 17th St, Des Moines

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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