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Highlights
- Snow removal
- Pet-friendly
- Shared laundry in basement
Location
3914 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA|Highland Park
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Property Overview
3914-3916 2nd Avenue offers strong value for money and value per square foot, with highly rated elementary and middle schools located nearby. It also includes pet-friendly living, shared basement laundry, and snow removal, adding everyday convenience to the property.
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
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- More space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 930 sqft | $895 /mo | 1 unit available | 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. |
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Amenities for 3914-3916 2nd Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Washer |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
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 | 2 |
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About 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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 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.
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.
3914-3916 2nd 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·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
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 160 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1.1 miles away
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.1 miles away
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Rent trends in Highland Park
2-bedroom apartments at 3914-3916 2nd Avenue cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Highland Park.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Highland Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $874 |
| 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 | $845 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $600 |
| June 2025 | $600 |
| July 2025 | $575 |
| August 2025 | $575 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3914 2nd Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$35,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 3914-3916 2nd Avenue
Oak Park Elementary School
3928 6th ave
des moines, IA, 50313
K-5Public
C-
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
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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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