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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) 461-7833

Property Overview

Clover Hills achieves an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its excellent amenities, competitive pricing, and ideal location with a rating of 9 out of 10. Notable features include convenient laundry facilities, central AC, and pet-friendly policies, enhancing the living experience. The property also supports a vibrant social life with diverse cultural attractions and nearby schools, emphasizing both community engagement and quality of life.

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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

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.
B1 Classic2 bed1.5 bath900 sqft$825 /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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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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
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 7 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 25 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 29% lower than 1-bedrooms in West Des Moines.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Clover Hills to be 37% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,035
March 2024$1,031
April 2024$1,052
May 2024$1,075
June 2024$1,081
July 2024$1,123
August 2024$1,114
September 2024$1,105
October 2024$1,092
November 2024$1,103
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$936

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Can I afford to live at 820 12th St?

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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

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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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