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Highlights

  • Private patio
  • Boutique apartment community
  • Bbq patio
  • Keyless residential entries

Location

421 College Ave #105, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA|River Bend
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Management

The 421 Properties, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 278-2968 ext. 3123

Property Overview

421 College Avenue, Unit 105 delivers strong overall value, earning high marks for price, amenities, and location while maintaining a solid level of transparency from its management. Residents can enjoy a private patio within a boutique apartment community that features a BBQ patio and keyless residential entries, and benefit from convenient access to a nearby top-rated elementary school.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Floor plans

421 College Avenue, Unit 1051 bed1 bath500 sqft$850 /moThe 421 of Des Moines is a hidden gem in the historical neighborhood of Riverbend just 1 block off the winding river bike trails and 6 minutes from East Village or 15 to Jordan Creek or The Outlets. In our boutique apartment community of only 18 units we have a no smoking, no drug tolerance policy. We provide keyless outer and residential entries with specific data codes per resident. Unit 105 is one of three units with their own private patio, so bring your own chair and table and mini grill our use ous on the BBQ patio

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Amenities for 421 College Avenue, Unit 105

Apartment Amenities

GasWater

Appliances

MicrowaveRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Building

Laundry SharedOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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

Year built1971
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About 421 College Avenue, Unit 105

HomeApartments in Des MoinesRiver Bend 421 College Avenue, Unit 105

The 421 of Des Moines is a hidden gem in the historical neighborhood of Riverbend just 1 block off the winding river bike trails and 6 minutes from East Village or 15 to Jordan Creek or The Outlets. In our boutique apartment community of only 18 units we have a no smoking, no drug tolerance policy. We provide keyless outer and residential entries with specific data codes per resident. Unit 105 is one of three units with their own private patio, so bring your own chair and table and mini grill our use ous on the BBQ patio


Year Built: 1971

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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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 421 College Avenue, Unit 105
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.
421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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.
421 College Avenue, Unit 105 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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.
421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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.
421 College Avenue, Unit 105 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 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in River Bend

1-bedroom apartments at 421 College Avenue, Unit 105 cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in River Bend.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
River Bend
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$998
August 2024$998
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
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in River Bend
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$834
August 2024$791
September 2024$828
October 2024$875
November 2024$882
December 2024$885
January 2025$739
February 2025$821
March 2025$877
April 2025$818
May 2025$736
June 2025$780
July 2025$811
August 2025$765
September 2025$752
October 2025$743
November 2025$757
December 2025$730
January 2026$752
February 2026$781
March 2026$773
April 2026$816
May 2026$869
June 2026$867

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Schools near 421 College Avenue, Unit 105

Moulton Elementary School

1541 8th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PK, K-5Public
C-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

River Bend | Des Moines, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 421 College Ave #105

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 421 College Ave #105, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 421 College Ave #105

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Salam Grocery
2424 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Quick Stop African's Food Market
511 Euclid Ave

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