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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Central air conditioning
  • Comfortable setting
  • On-site coin-operated laundry

Location

Des Moines #4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue, IA 50310, USA|Beaverdale
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Management

Capital City Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 461-8913 ext. 2

Property Overview

36 Plex is a highly rated, competitively priced property with a 9.1/10 overall Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting excellent value, strong quality, and a convenient location near well-regarded middle and high schools. With a perfect amenities score, residents benefit from central air conditioning, a private balcony, a comfortable setting, and on-site coin-operated laundry. It is also well-suited for pet owners, offering outdoor spaces and convenient access to multiple nearby pet supply stores, grooming services, and pet hospitals, supported by a strong trustworthiness rating.

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

9.1
Excellent
36 Plex is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath800 sqft$1,045 /mo1 unit availableDiscover a well-appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in Des Moines, IA. This unit includes a private balcony for fresh-air moments, central air conditioning for year-round comfort, and on-site coin-operated laundry for convenient linen care. Thoughtfully laid out living spaces and two full bathrooms provide practical everyday living. Located in Des Moines, this apartment offers straightforward amenities and functionality in a comfortable setting.

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Amenities for 36 Plex

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Central Air Conditioning

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKCoin Operated Laundry
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units36
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About 36 Plex

HomeApartments in Des MoinesBeaverdale 36 Plex

Discover a well-appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in Des Moines, IA. This unit includes a private balcony for fresh-air moments, central air conditioning for year-round comfort, and on-site coin-operated laundry for convenient linen care. Thoughtfully laid out living spaces and two full bathrooms provide practical everyday living. Located in Des Moines, this apartment offers straightforward amenities and functionality in a comfortable setting.


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
36 Plex is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 36 Plex
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.
36 Plex 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.
36 Plex 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.
36 Plex 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·9A 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.
36 Plex has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

36 Plex is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 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 36 Plex compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Beaverdale

2-bedroom apartments at 36 Plex cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Beaverdale.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Beaverdale
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$997
June 2024$1,007
July 2024$998
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$875
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Beaverdale
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$1,440
May 2025$1,440
July 2025$1,272
August 2025$1,279
September 2025$1,420
November 2025$1,420
December 2025$1,058
January 2026$1,316
February 2026$1,285
March 2026$1,302
April 2026$1,008
May 2026$1,185

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Can I afford to live at Des Moines #4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,045.
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Schools near 36 Plex

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Moore Elementary School

3725 52nd st

des moines, IA, 50310

K-5Public
C-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Olmsted Elementary School

7110 prairie ave

urbandale, IA, 50322

PK, K-5Public
B-
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Getting around IA 50310 near Des Moines #4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for Des Moines #4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue, IA 50310

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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