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Highlights
- Includes storage closet
- Completely remodeled bathroom
Location
5012 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA|Waterbury
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Property Overview
Caraville Apartments presents an overall expert rating of 8.4, emphasizing its strong appeal for renters. With competitive pricing and commendable amenities and location ratings of 9, it offers excellent value and convenience. Notable features, such as hardwood floors and a remodeled bathroom, enhance the living experience in this quiet neighborhood, further underscoring the property's attractiveness.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Dishwasher
- Images Available
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500+ sqft | $845–$850 /mo | 2 units available | HEAT AND ELECTRIC included!!! Cute one bedroom in quiet Waterbury neighborhood. Close to Art Center, Greenwood Park. On bus line to downtown Des Moines. Close to shops and Resturants on Ingersoll Ave New paint and completely remodeled bathroom. Includes storage closet and carport spot. If interested contact Joe at 515-707-2396 or **** | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 855 sqft | $995 /mo | 1 unit available | 2 bedroom. Quiet Waterbury neighborhood. On city bus line. Close to Ingersoll businesses and downtown. |
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Amenities for Caraville Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Garbage Disposal | Microwave |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Services
| Garbage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 28 |
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About Caraville Apartments
HEAT AND ELECTRIC included!!! Cute one bedroom in quiet Waterbury neighborhood. Close to Art Center, Greenwood Park. On bus line to downtown Des Moines. Close to shops and Resturants on Ingersoll Ave New paint and completely remodeled bathroom. Includes storage closet and carport spot. If interested contact Joe at 515-707-2396 or ****
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.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Caraville Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Caraville 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.
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.
Caraville 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·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.
Caraville Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Caraville 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.
Caraville 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Caraville Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Caraville Apartments 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.
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 Caraville Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Waterbury
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% higher than 1-bedrooms in Waterbury.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Waterbury
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $902 |
| March 2024 | $1,004 |
| April 2024 | $1,012 |
| May 2024 | $996 |
| June 2024 | $1,007 |
| July 2024 | $998 |
| August 2024 | $998 |
| September 2024 | $997 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $825 |
| November 2024 | $825 |
| December 2024 | $825 |
| January 2025 | $825 |
| February 2025 | $825 |
| March 2025 | $825 |
| April 2025 | $818 |
| May 2025 | $800 |
| June 2025 | $800 |
| July 2025 | $800 |
| August 2025 | $800 |
| October 2025 | $800 |
| November 2025 | $800 |
| December 2025 | $800 |
| January 2026 | $800 |
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Can I afford to live at 5012 Ingersoll Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Caraville Apartments
Hanawalt Elementary School
225 56th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-5Public
B-
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 5012 Ingersoll Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
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 5012 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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