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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Central location
  • Prime location
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Low-maintenance living

Location

650 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA|Sherman Hill
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Management

The Brady LLC

Leasing office

(515) 200-2991

Property Overview

The Brady Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighted by exceptional amenities (10/10), competitive pricing (9/10), and a convenient location (9/10). Residents can enjoy an open-layout, low-maintenance, pet-friendly home with on-site laundry and fridge included, plus utilities in rent and a generally quiet environment. Nearby grocery, transit, coworking spots, cultural venues, and abundant dining and mixed-use spaces support both everyday needs and an active social life, while detailed listing information adds to its trustworthiness.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Brady Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Brady Apartments 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

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$695 /mo2 units availableWelcome to this charming studio apartment located at 650 16th Street, Des Moines, IA in the beautiful historical district of Sherman Hill — an ideal spot for anyone seeking a simple, convenient, and affordable place to call home just steps away from Myers Park, Hoyt Sherman Place, Lua Brewing, and Big Grove Taproom! Inside, you’ll find a bright and open layout that maximizes the space and provides flexibility for your furniture and personal touches. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher, making meal prep and clean-up easy and efficient. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of on-site, coin-operated laundry facilities, so there’s no need to travel far to get chores done. Priced at $695 per month, $80 per month common utility charge, with a refundable $350 security deposit, this apartment offers great value in a central location just minutes from downtown. Off-street parking is available right on the property, with garage rentals for $55/month or an outside parking lot spot for $15/month. Whether you're a student, young professional, or simply looking for your own apartment to call home, this studio offers low-maintenance living with all the essentials in a quiet, residential area of Des Moines.

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Amenities for The Brady Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Garage Parking Available

Appliances

Oven/StoveRefrigerator

Building

Brick BuildingCats OK
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage Parking
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About The Brady Apartments

HomeApartments in Des Moines The Brady Apartments

Stunning studios in historic Sherman Hill—steps from parks, dining, and minutes to downtown. • Open layout with great natural light • On-site laundry • Near Myers Park, Hoyt Sherman Place, and Methodist Hospital • Walk to Lua Brewing & Big Grove Taproom Requirements • Pre-tax income of 3x rent or more • Ideal credit score 600+ (not a deal breaker) • Background check - no felonies or violent crimes Details • Pet friendly with $250/pet fee at move in and $50/month pet rent • $80/month utilities + $2/month tech fee • $350 refundable deposit ($0 upon special approval) • Parking: $50 garage / $15 surface Simple, low-maintenance living in a prime location.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Brady Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Brady Apartments 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 The Brady Apartments
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.
The Brady Apartments 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.
The Brady Apartments 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.
The Brady Apartments 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 The Brady Apartments 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.

The Brady Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 6 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 164 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 208 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 84 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 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 The Brady Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Sherman Hill

studio apartments at The Brady Apartments cost about 5% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Sherman Hill.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Sherman Hill
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$897
June 2024$906
July 2024$898
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$785
A table of studio rental data trends in Sherman Hill
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,095
November 2024$925
December 2024$907
January 2025$755
February 2025$775
March 2025$810
April 2025$759
June 2025$737
July 2025$707
August 2025$715
September 2025$697
October 2025$709
November 2025$727
December 2025$697
January 2026$695
February 2026$695
March 2026$735
April 2026$735
May 2026$735

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $695.
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Schools near The Brady Apartments

Edmunds Elementary School

950 15th st

des moines, IA, 50314

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

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Sherman Hill | Des Moines, IA

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

Getting around Des Moines near 650 16th St

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
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 650 16th St, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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