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3120 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Prospect Park
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Property Overview
Birch Apartments scores an impressive 8.5 out of 10 as a rental option, highlighting its competitive pricing and top-notch amenities with ratings of 10 and 9 out of 10, respectively. The property also benefits from a prime location, earning a 9 out of 10 for convenience and access to local attractions, while maintaining a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10. Additionally, it offers a pet-friendly environment, supported by various nearby pet services.
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.
Things you’ll love
Dishwasher
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Elevated | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $845 /mo | 5 units available | Experience the best deal in the city. Birch Apartments offers a clean, contemporary living space for just $845 a month. We’ve made moving easier than ever with a $99 security deposit, leaving you more room in your budget to enjoy the dozens of retail and dining options just a short stroll away. Receive a credit of $200 off your first 3 months of rent if you sign a lease this month |
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Amenities for Birch Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Free parking space | Updated Appliances |
| Updated Interiors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Nearby Shopping |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 74 |
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About Birch Apartments
Experience the best deal in the city. Birch Apartments offers a clean, contemporary living space for just $845 a month. We’ve made moving easier than ever with a $99 security deposit, leaving you more room in your budget to enjoy the dozens of retail and dining options just a short stroll away. Receive a credit of $200 off your first 3 months of rent if you sign a lease this month
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Birch Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Birch Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Birch Apartments 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.
Birch Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Birch Apartments 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.
Birch 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 Birch 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.
Birch 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
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Marco Tulio Villeda
May 22, 2024
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Emerita Medina
Jul 13, 2022
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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 Birch Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Prospect Park
2-bedroom apartments at Birch Apartments cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Prospect Park.
Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Prospect Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,006 |
| May 2024 | $996 |
| June 2024 | $1,007 |
| 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 | $870 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | $617 |
| August 2025 | $606 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3120 Douglas Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$33,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $845.
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Schools near Birch Apartments
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Samuelson Elementary School
3929 bel-aire rd
des moines, IA, 50310
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
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Getting around Des Moines near 3120 Douglas Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3120 Douglas Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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