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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Free off street parking
  • Controlled-access building
  • Pet friendly
  • Everyday conveniences

Location

3710 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Merle Hay
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

Crossroad Apartments is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, suggesting a well-rounded option with good value and convenience. Nearby schools, 16 photos, and solid value per square foot add appeal, while on-site laundry, free off-street parking, controlled access, and pet-friendly features support everyday ease and an active neighborhood with many walkable dining options.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Crossroad Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Crossroad 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$775 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to this 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located in a renovated controlled-access building! This property offers comfort, convenience, and a vibrant lifestyle—all in one place. Located within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and the mall, you’ll have everything you need just steps from your door. ~ Private balcony ~ On-site laundry ~ Controlled access building ~ Free off street parking ~ Tenant only pays electric; water, sewer, trash, all included in your monthly rent! ~ Pet Friendly RENT SPECIAL: HALF OFF ONE MONTH RENT Contact us at 515-334-3345 for more information or to schedule a showing today!
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath825 sqft$950 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy the perfect combination of comfort and convenience in our 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments. Water, sewer, and trash are included in your rent, and we're a pet-friendly community (breed restrictions apply). Located right on the bus line, Crossroad Apartments is just minutes from Merle Hay Mall, restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, and all the everyday conveniences you need. Whether you're commuting to work or enjoying everything the neighborhood has to offer, you'll love calling Crossroad Apartments home.

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Amenities for Crossroad Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Appliances

FridgeStove

Building

Common Area LaundryControlled Access
Controlled Access BuildingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Free Off Street Parking

Services

Balconies and Patios
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One-time. Refundable.

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About Crossroad Apartments

HomeApartments in Des Moines Crossroad Apartments

Enjoy the perfect combination of comfort and convenience in our 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments. Water, sewer, and trash are included in your rent, and we're a pet-friendly community (breed restrictions apply). Located right on the bus line, Crossroad Apartments is just minutes from Merle Hay Mall, restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, and all the everyday conveniences you need. Whether you're commuting to work or enjoying everything the neighborhood has to offer, you'll love calling Crossroad Apartments home.


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, Crossroad Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Crossroad 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 Crossroad Apartments
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.
Crossroad 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.
Crossroad Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including balconies and patios. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Crossroad 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.
Crossroad 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 Crossroad 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·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.
Crossroad 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Great location, blocks from Merle Hay Mall. Bus line. Large hallways. Fair pricing.

Aubreanna Sink

Aubreanna Sink

Mar 16, 2023

Trying to get in contact with property management for months to rent . I called 30 numbers what’s the email or number

Shonda Jones

Shonda Jones

Jul 19, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Crossroad Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 95 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Crossroad Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Merle Hay

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Merle Hay.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Crossroad Apartments to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Merle Hay.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$999
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
February 2026$870
March 2026$870
April 2026$871
May 2026$874
June 2026$870
July 2026$846
August 2026$830
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Merle Hay
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$825
November 2024$827
December 2024$879
February 2025$850
March 2025$861
April 2025$891
May 2025$900
June 2025$1,635
July 2025$965
October 2025$841
November 2025$865
December 2025$807
February 2026$775
March 2026$800
April 2026$787
May 2026$756
June 2026$775
July 2026$791
August 2026$799

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $775.
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Schools near Crossroad Apartments

Moore Elementary School

3725 52nd st

des moines, IA, 50310

K-5Public
C-

Olmsted Elementary School

7110 prairie ave

urbandale, IA, 50322

PK, 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

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 3710 57th St

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
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 3710 57th St, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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