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701 Monona Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Indianola Hills
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Property Overview
701 Monona Ave stands out for its strong overall rating, competitive value, solid amenities, and highly convenient location. It may appeal to renters who want easy access to nearby dining, walkable surroundings, and a lively neighborhood with diverse age groups, while also benefiting from proximity to schools and above-average value per square foot.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- More space
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 701 Monona Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Walk-In Shower |
Appliances
| Full Size Washer and Dryer | In-Unit Laundry |
Tech
| Free High-Speed Internet |
Services
| Water, Sewer & Trash |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About 701 Monona Ave
701 Monona Ave cost $1,200 per month. Located at 701 Monona Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA, 701 Monona Ave has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Des Moines, renting an apartment at 701 Monona Ave is 14% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Des Moines include but are not limited to: 757 17th St, 901 7th Ave Se
701 Monona Ave is great 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 701 Monona Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.8 miles away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 176 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Indianola Hills
2-bedroom apartments at 701 Monona Ave cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Indianola Hills.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Indianola Hills
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $957 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $699 |
| April 2025 | $738 |
| May 2025 | $722 |
| June 2025 | $780 |
| August 2025 | $775 |
| September 2025 | $784 |
| October 2025 | $775 |
| November 2025 | $740 |
| December 2025 | $737 |
| January 2026 | $753 |
| February 2026 | $753 |
| March 2026 | $778 |
| April 2026 | $763 |
| May 2026 | $753 |
| June 2026 | $766 |
| July 2026 | $751 |
| August 2026 | $786 |
| September 2026 | $750 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$48,000/yr
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Schools near 701 Monona Ave
Park Avenue Elementary School
3141 sw 9th st
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C-
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
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Getting around Des Moines near 701 Monona Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 701 Monona Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
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
4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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