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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • 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 earns a strong overall impression with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It features on-site laundry, free off-street parking, controlled-access entry, and a pet-friendly community, with nearby schools, walkable mixed-use areas, restaurants, and pet services adding to everyday convenience.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$775–$800 /mo2 units availableDEPOSIT SPECIAL: $400 Beautifully remodeled 1-bedroom apartment featuring hardwood floors, a private balcony, and a great price point! Enjoy controlled-access entry, convenient off-street parking, and a fantastic location close to shopping, restaurants, and everyday necessities. Plus, pets are welcome!

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Amenities for Crossroad Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony

Appliances

FridgeRange
RefrigeratorStove
Wall A/C

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Controlled Access BuildingDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Property details

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About Crossroad Apartments

HomeApartments in Des Moines Crossroad Apartments

DEPOSIT SPECIAL: $400 Beautifully remodeled 1-bedroom apartment featuring hardwood floors, a private balcony, and a great price point! Enjoy controlled-access entry, convenient off-street parking, and a fantastic location close to shopping, restaurants, and everyday necessities. Plus, pets are welcome!


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 Good
With a solid 8.4 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 Amenities— 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·10A 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 stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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
  • 82 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 219 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property

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 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.7 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Merle Hay

1-bedroom apartments at Crossroad Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Merle Hay.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$953
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$826
September 2026$820
October 2026$820
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
September 2026$799

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,000/yr

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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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