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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

OnPoint Properties LLC

Leasing office

(607) 357-7264

Property Overview

The Brady Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, standout scores for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness rating. It offers central, prime-location living with on-site laundry, off-street parking, and low-maintenance convenience, while nearby parks, restaurants, fitness options, coworking spots, and pet services support a well-rounded lifestyle.

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, 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 Price— 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

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath485 sqft$775 /mo1 unit availableBright, efficient studio in Des Moines’ historic Sherman Hill—steps from parks, dining, and minutes to downtown. Highlights & Location --Open layout with great natural light --Kitchen with fridge, stove & dishwasher --On-site laundry --Near Myers Park & Hoyt Sherman Place --Walk to Lua Brewing & Big Grove Taproom Details --$80/month utilities --$350 refundable deposit --Parking: $50 garage / $15 surface Simple, low-maintenance living in a prime location.

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Amenities for The Brady Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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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
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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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 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 Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Brady Apartments
Price·10A 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 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
The Brady Apartments 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, The Brady Apartments 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.
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:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 169 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 218 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 39 local event hubs within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 112 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 36 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 22 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

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% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Sherman Hill.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Sherman Hill
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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$802
June 2026$801
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

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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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