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Highlights

  • Tranquil setting
  • Quiet and picturesque neighborhood
  • Modern comfort and convenience
  • Range of amenities
  • Pet-friendly environment

Location

601 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA|River Bend
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Newbury Living Property Management

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Property Overview

Forest Ave received a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4, driven by its competitive pricing, modern amenities, and prime location. The tranquil, picturesque neighborhood enhances the appeal, complemented by a pet-friendly environment and convenient access to top-rated schools and essential services. Additionally, it stands out as an excellent choice for remote work, featuring high-speed internet and inclusive utilities, ensuring a comfortable living experience.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Forest Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath$625 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to your studio apartment unit in our quiet and picturesque neighborhood! This complex is conveniently located near the historic East Village and the up and coming Highland Park Neighborhood while still having easy access to the interstate so our residents have access to all that Des Moines has to offer! Experience modern comfort and convenience in a tranquil setting, with a range of amenities that cater to your lifestyle. At our pet-friendly community, we believe in creating the perfect blend of comfort, style, and affordability for our residents. Screening Criteria: To ensure the best living experience for our residents, we have the following screening criteria: - Household gross monthly income should be 3 times the base rent plus RUBS. - Minimum credit score of 625. - No collections (excluding student loans and medical payments). - Clean criminal history. - Clean rental history. Utility Policies: - Landlord sets up and bills back to the resident for common area electric, water, sewer, and trash at a flat fee. - Residents are responsible for setting up MidAmerican Electricity & Gas, cable, and internet services as desired. Amenities: - Enjoy the pet-friendly environment with no breed restrictions. - Limit of 2 pets per household, including dogs, cats, small aquariums (10 gallons or less), tanks (10 gallons or less), and caged animals like hamsters, ferrets, and rabbits. - A $250 non-refundable pet fee per household and a $25 monthly pet rent per pet apply. Fees: - Application Fee: $25, due upon submission of your application. - Minimum Security Deposit: $500, due to secure your unit. - One-Time Administration Fee: $75, due upon move-in. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to live in a beautiful 1-bedroom apartment in our peaceful neighborhood. Apply today and experience the perfect blend of modern living and tranquility. Your new home awaits!

Schools near Forest Ave

Moulton Elementary School

1541 8th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PK, K-5Public
C-

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

River Bend | Des Moines, IA

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

Getting around Des Moines near 601 Forest Ave

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 601 Forest Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-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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