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Highlights

  • Snow removal
  • Pet-friendly
  • Shared laundry in the basement

Location

3914 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA|Highland Park
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Property Overview

3914-3916 2nd Avenue receives an impressive expert rating of 8.3, showcasing its appeal to potential renters. Its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, supported by a solid trustworthiness rating, offer great value while its prime location ensures easy access to top-rated schools and local attractions. Notable features include snow removal, pet-friendly policies, and shared laundry facilities, enhancing the living experience.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 3914-3916 2nd Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3914-3916 2nd 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath930 sqftThis duplex is the upper level of an upper/lower duplex and has shared laundry in the basement available for resident use. Initial lease terms are 12 months. Residents pay all utilities. Electric and Gas is set up by the resident through MidAmerican Energy and Water/Sewer/Trash is billed by the owner each month and payable with rent. Pet-friendly, no breed or weight restrictions. No more than 2 pets per rental home. Initial pet fee ($300 for first pet, $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($30/mo. per pet) apply. The owner takes care of lawn care and snow removal. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.

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Amenities for 3914-3916 2nd Avenue

Apartment Amenities

DryerWasher

Appliances

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RefrigeratorStove
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

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 3914-3916 2nd Avenue

HomeApartments in Des MoinesHighland Park 3914-3916 2nd Avenue

This duplex is the upper level of an upper/lower duplex and has shared laundry in the basement available for resident use. Initial lease terms are 12 months. Residents pay all utilities. Electric and Gas is set up by the resident through MidAmerican Energy and Water/Sewer/Trash is billed by the owner each month and payable with rent. Pet-friendly, no breed or weight restrictions. No more than 2 pets per rental home. Initial pet fee ($300 for first pet, $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($30/mo. per pet) apply. The owner takes care of lawn care and snow removal. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.


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 Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 3914-3916 2nd Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3914-3916 2nd 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.
How we rated 3914-3916 2nd Avenue
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.
3914-3916 2nd Avenue 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.
3914-3916 2nd Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dryer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3914-3916 2nd Avenue 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.
3914-3916 2nd 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 3914-3916 2nd 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.
3914-3916 2nd 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.

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 3914-3916 2nd Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 155 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Highland Park

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Highland Park
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$896
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Highland Park
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$600
June 2025$600
July 2025$575
August 2025$575

Schools near 3914-3916 2nd Avenue

Oak Park Elementary School

3928 6th ave

des moines, IA, 50313

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4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

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Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public
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Getting around Des Moines near 3914 2nd Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3914 2nd Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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