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Forest Ave offers a strong overall balance of value, amenities, and location, with an 8.3 out of 10 rating, a top-tier price score, and a highly rated location. It also features a tranquil, quiet setting with modern comforts, a range of amenities, and a pet-friendly environment, while the nearby top-rated elementary school is just 0.2 miles away.
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Work-from-home| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $675 /mo | 1 unit available |
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One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
| Units | 7 |
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Welcome home to your 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom 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.
How Forest Ave compares to other nearby properties.
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1-bedroom apartments at Forest Ave cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in River Bend.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $874 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| July 2026 | $846 |
| August 2026 | $826 |
| September 2026 | $820 |
| October 2026 | $820 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $882 |
| December 2024 | $885 |
| January 2025 | $739 |
| February 2025 | $821 |
| March 2025 | $877 |
| April 2025 | $818 |
| May 2025 | $736 |
| June 2025 | $780 |
| July 2025 | $811 |
| August 2025 | $765 |
| September 2025 | $752 |
| October 2025 | $743 |
| November 2025 | $757 |
| December 2025 | $730 |
| January 2026 | $752 |
| February 2026 | $781 |
| March 2026 | $773 |
| April 2026 | $816 |
| May 2026 | $869 |
| June 2026 | $863 |
| July 2026 | $847 |
| August 2026 | $845 |
| September 2026 | $821 |
| October 2026 | $761 |
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