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Highlights
- Central air and heat
- 2-car garage
- Beautiful original wood floors
Location
5824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA|Westwood
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Property Overview
MW - 5824 Grand Ave earns a strong overall score, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It also features central air and heat, a 2-car garage, and beautiful original wood floors, while nearby grocery access and a top-rated elementary school add to its practical appeal.
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
Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $925 /mo | 1 unit available | Charming 1 Bedroom Duplex with Full Basement on Grand Ave Welcome to 5824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in a desirable duplex offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Property Features: Spacious Living: Enjoy a cozy living space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Full Basement: Provides ample storage or can be transformed into a personalized space to suit your needs. Driveway: Convenient off-street parking right at your doorstep. Location: Situated in a prime Des Moines neighborhood, you're close to parks, dining, shopping, and easy access to major roads. Rental Details: Rent: $925 per month Security Deposit: $925 Don't miss this opportunity to make 5824 Grand Ave your new home. Contact us today to schedule a viewing! |
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Amenities for MW - 5824 Grand Ave
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Basement | Full Basement |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Neighborhood
| Great Neighborhood |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About MW - 5824 Grand Ave
Charming 1 Bedroom Duplex with Full Basement on Grand Ave Welcome to 5824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in a desirable duplex offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Property Features: Spacious Living: Enjoy a cozy living space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Full Basement: Provides ample storage or can be transformed into a personalized space to suit your needs. Driveway: Convenient off-street parking right at your doorstep. Location: Situated in a prime Des Moines neighborhood, you're close to parks, dining, shopping, and easy access to major roads. Rental Details: Rent: $925 per month Security Deposit: $925 Don't miss this opportunity to make 5824 Grand Ave your new home. Contact us today to schedule a viewing!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, MW - 5824 Grand Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, MW - 5824 Grand Ave 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.
MW - 5824 Grand Ave 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.
MW - 5824 Grand Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including basement. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, MW - 5824 Grand Ave 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.
MW - 5824 Grand Ave 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 MW - 5824 Grand Ave 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 MW - 5824 Grand Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Westwood
1-bedroom apartments at MW - 5824 Grand Ave cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $946 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 5824 Grand Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$37,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $925.
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Schools near MW - 5824 Grand Ave
Hanawalt Elementary School
225 56th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-5Public
B-
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Learning Resource Center
3550 mills civic parkway
west des moines, IA, 50265
PKPublic
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 5824 Grand Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
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 5824 Grand Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-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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