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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Prime location
- Spacious bedroom
- Vibrant life
- Cozy escape
Location
4100 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA|Salisbury Oaks
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Property Overview
4100 Grand Avenue offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and features, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price score, and a highly rated location. It also stands out for its spacious bedroom, vibrant surroundings, cozy feel, and pet-friendly nearby resources, making it a well-rounded choice for renters.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to Your Cozy Grand Avenue Escape! Nestled in the heart of Des Moines, IA, this first-floor apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With one spacious bedroom and a full bathroom, this home is designed to cater to your lifestyle needs. The secure access building ensures peace of mind, adding an extra layer of security to your living experience. The apartment's prime location on Grand Avenue puts you in close proximity to the city's vibrant life, yet provides a cozy escape when you need it. Experience the perfect balance of city living and personal comfort at Your Cozy Grand Avenue Escape! |
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Amenities for 4100 Grand Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| First Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access Building |
| Dogs OK |
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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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About 4100 Grand Avenue
Welcome to Your Cozy Grand Avenue Escape! Nestled in the heart of Des Moines, IA, this first-floor apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With one spacious bedroom and a full bathroom, this home is designed to cater to your lifestyle needs. The secure access building ensures peace of mind, adding an extra layer of security to your living experience. The apartment's prime location on Grand Avenue puts you in close proximity to the city's vibrant life, yet provides a cozy escape when you need it. Experience the perfect balance of city living and personal comfort at Your Cozy Grand Avenue Escape!
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 4100 Grand Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4100 Grand Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
4100 Grand Avenue 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 4100 Grand Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
4100 Grand Avenue 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 4100 Grand Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
4100 Grand Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
4100 Grand Avenue is great for:
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 4100 Grand Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.8 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Salisbury Oaks
1-bedroom apartments at 4100 Grand Avenue cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Salisbury Oaks.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Salisbury Oaks
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $864 |
| 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 | $812 |
| August 2026 | $840 |
| September 2026 | $852 |
| October 2026 | $846 |
| November 2026 | $845 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | $750 |
| February 2025 | $750 |
| March 2025 | $750 |
| April 2025 | $750 |
| May 2025 | $750 |
| June 2025 | $750 |
| July 2025 | $750 |
| August 2025 | $750 |
| September 2025 | $750 |
| October 2025 | $750 |
| November 2025 | $750 |
| December 2025 | $750 |
| January 2026 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 4100 Grand Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$31,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
Schools near 4100 Grand Avenue
Greenwood Elementary School
316 37th st
des moines, IA, 50312
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
Getting around Des Moines near 4100 Grand Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 4100 Grand Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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