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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located laundry facilities
  • Near restaurants
  • Central ac, heat
  • Pet friendly

Location

820 12th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
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Management

Coves Living Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 200-3051

Property Overview

Clover Hills offers convenient laundry facilities, central air and heat, pet-friendly living, and easy access to nearby restaurants. It also stands out for its 44 photos, plus a lively location with walkable surroundings, 9 parks and recreation options, and 3 local event hubs within 1 mile, along with nearby theaters, music venues, and sports arenas.

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, Clover Hills is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Clover Hills 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
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

A1 Classic1 bed1 bath750 sqft$795 /mo1 unit availableThis beautiful community offers one and two bedroom apartment homes. Most apartment homes have been recently updated with new cabinetry, appliances, fixtures, and flooring. Laundry facilities are conveniently located throughout the community. Residents at Clover Hills enjoy the comfort of Central AC and heat. We are a pet friendly community. Don't pass this prime West Des Moines Location at an affordable rental rate for you! Our community is near to entertainment, schools, recreation, restaurants, grocery stores, and other great local amenities. Clover Hills provides an easy commute to Downtown and access to I-235 is just down the road.

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Amenities for Clover Hills

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units30

About Clover Hills

HomeApartments in West Des Moines Clover Hills

This beautiful community offers one and two bedroom apartment homes. Most apartment homes have been recently updated with new cabinetry, appliances, fixtures, and flooring. Laundry facilities are conveniently located throughout the community. Residents at Clover Hills enjoy the comfort of Central AC and heat. We are a pet friendly community. Don't pass this prime West Des Moines Location at an affordable rental rate for you! Our community is near to entertainment, schools, recreation, restaurants, grocery stores, and other great local amenities. Clover Hills provides an easy commute to Downtown and access to I-235 is just down the road.


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, Clover Hills is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Clover Hills 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 Clover Hills
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.
Clover Hills 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Clover Hills is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Clover Hills 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 Clover Hills 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.
Clover Hills 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.

Clover Hills is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 3 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 8 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Area has 9 parks and recreation options

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 Clover Hills compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

1-bedroom apartments at Clover Hills cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,115
December 2024$1,082
January 2025$1,075
February 2025$1,052
March 2025$1,099
April 2025$1,099
May 2025$1,099
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,099
August 2025$1,099
September 2025$1,099
October 2025$1,099
November 2025$1,078
December 2025$973
January 2026$935
February 2026$911
March 2026$937
April 2026$1,048
May 2026$989
June 2026$971
July 2026$995
August 2026$985
September 2026$901
October 2026$962
November 2026$995

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 820 12th St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$31,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near Clover Hills

Hillside Elementary School

713 8th st

west des moines, IA, 50265

PK, K-6Public
B

Learning Resource Center

3550 mills civic parkway

west des moines, IA, 50265

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Olmsted Elementary School

7110 prairie ave

urbandale, IA, 50322

PK, K-5Public
B-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic
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Getting around West Des Moines near 820 12th St

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

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 820 12th St, West Des Moines

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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