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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Keyless entry
  • Large living room
  • Ample cabinet and kitchen space
  • Formal dining room
  • Parking available
  • Coin-operated laundry

Location

Des Moines #3434 (4-Plex), IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Management

Credo Management Company

Leasing office

(515) 954-2851

Property Overview

Yocum earns a strong overall rating, with excellent marks for amenities, location, quality, and value for money. It offers keyless entry, a large living room, ample kitchen storage, formal dining space, parking, and coin-operated laundry, and is noted for pet friendliness and work-from-home convenience with nearby services, high-speed internet, and natural light.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Yocum is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Yocum has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath734 sqft$800–$850 /mo3 units availableSpacious 2 bed, 1 bath apartment just walking distance from Drake University. This location can't get much better. Right off of the interstate, within walking distance to great food, boba, coffee, and the bus lines. This 3rd floor unit features wooden floors, ample cabinet and kitchen space, and features ample windows to bring natural light. Ample square footage provides for a formal dining room and large living room. The 2nd smaller bedroom can get changed to an office space or sunroom. Notes: -Smoke Free Property -No Eviction Records from applicants. -No government assistance is accepted. -3x combined income necessary. -Minimum credit score of 600 required. -Electronic payment for rent only. No cash or money orders. Must apply online at credocapitaldsm. com What else you need to know: -Rent + additional charges: $60/mo for water/sewer/trash minimum + $40/mo internet -1-month security deposit is refundable when lease term ends if the unit is returned close to original move-in condition (normal wear and tear ok). -1-year lease preferable, but can work with a shorter-term for a rent premium (negotiable). -Parking available in a lot designated parking spot -Coin-operated Laundry in the building -Pets allowed. $30/dog. $25/cat. Max 2 pets/unit -Keyless entry installed for ease of access -FREE parking

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Amenities for Yocum

Apartment Amenities

Corner Unit

Appliances

Appliances IncludedFridge
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Water/Sewer

Grounds

Free Parking
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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
Limit1

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About Yocum

HomeApartments in Des MoinesDrake Yocum

Spacious 2 bed, 1 bath apartment just walking distance from Drake University. This location can't get much better. Right off of the interstate, within walking distance to great food, boba, coffee, and the bus lines. This 3rd floor unit features wooden floors, ample cabinet and kitchen space, and features ample windows to bring natural light. Ample square footage provides for a formal dining room and large living room. The 2nd smaller bedroom can get changed to an office space or sunroom. Notes: -Smoke Free Property -No Eviction Records from applicants. -No government assistance is accepted. -3x combined income necessary. -Minimum credit score of 600 required. -Electronic payment for rent only. No cash or money orders. Must apply online at credocapitaldsm. com What else you need to know: -Rent + additional charges: $60/mo for water/sewer/trash minimum + $40/mo internet -1-month security deposit is refundable when lease term ends if the unit is returned close to original move-in condition (normal wear and tear ok). -1-year lease preferable, but can work with a shorter-term for a rent premium (negotiable). -Parking available in a lot designated parking spot -Coin-operated Laundry in the building -Pets allowed. $30/dog. $25/cat. Max 2 pets/unit -Keyless entry installed for ease of access -FREE parking


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Yocum is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Yocum has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Yocum
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Yocum is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Drake. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Yocum 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, Yocum 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.
Yocum 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.
Yocum 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.

Yocum is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

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 Yocum compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Drake

2-bedroom apartments at Yocum cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Drake.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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$804
A table of studio rental data trends in Drake
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$813
September 2024$979
October 2024$978
November 2024$865
December 2024$899
January 2025$912
February 2025$910
March 2025$850
May 2025$700
July 2025$738
August 2025$727
September 2025$705
October 2025$566
November 2025$641
December 2025$856
January 2026$806
February 2026$840
March 2026$897
April 2026$876
May 2026$871
June 2026$908
July 2026$827

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at Des Moines #3434 (4-Plex)?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near Yocum

Perkins Elementary School

4301 college

des moines, IA, 50311

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

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around IA 50311 near Des Moines #3434 (4-Plex)

Walking

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

Driving

10/10
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

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

Points of interest for Des Moines #3434 (4-Plex), IA 50311

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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