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504 Elm St, Van Meter, IA 50261, USA
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Management

PLS Investments, Inc.

Leasing office

(515) 996-8011

Property Overview

504 Elm St receives an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, indicating it is an appealing option for renters. It excels in price with a perfect score of 10, reflecting excellent value relative to its amenities and location, which also score impressively at 8 and 9, respectively. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 7, complemented by its proximity to a highly rated middle school just 0.16 miles away.

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, 504 Elm St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 504 Elm St 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

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath550 sqft$715–$775 /mo2 units availablespacious 1 bdrm 1 bath apartment. ground floor entry.

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Amenities for 504 Elm St

Apartment Amenities

All Utilities PaidCentral Heat
Heating

Appliances

RefridgeratorStove

Services

Water Trash
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 504 Elm St

Home 504 Elm St

spacious 1 bdrm 1 bath apartment. ground floor entry.


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, 504 Elm St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 504 Elm St 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 504 Elm St
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.
504 Elm St 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.
504 Elm St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 504 Elm St 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.
504 Elm St 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 504 Elm St 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.
504 Elm St 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 504 Elm St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 3 miles away

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Van Meter

Median rents as of Jun 21 2025.
Van Meter
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Van Meter
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$1,850

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $715.
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Schools near 504 Elm St

Van Meter Elementary School

520 1st ave

van meter, IA, 50261

PK, K-5Public
A

Meadow View Elementary

1300 s 15th st

adel, IA, 50003

2-4Public
A-

Vince Meyer Early Learning Center

430 ashowrth dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PKPublic

Grant Ragan Elementary School

645 ne dartmoor dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PK, K-5Public
A

Radiant Elementary

5050 170th st

urbandale, IA, 50323

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Van Meter near 504 Elm St

Walking

2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

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

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 504 Elm St, Van Meter

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

0/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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