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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Urban living
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Contemporary residence
  • Dedicated off-street parking
  • Leasing team

Location

2440 Sw 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Grays Lake
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2440 Southwest 9th Street is rated favorably overall, with standout marks for amenities and location, plus a competitive price and strong trustworthiness. Notable features include off-street parking, in-unit washer and dryer, urban living, and a contemporary residence, while the property is also highlighted for high-speed internet, utilities included, 15 photos, and close proximity to a top-rated high school.

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Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
2440 Southwest 9th Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2440 Southwest 9th Street - 42 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,100 /moBuilt in 2016 and located just minutes from the vibrant energy of downtown, The Mary Todd apartments offer the ultimate upscale lifestyle with all the advantages of urban living. Each contemporary residence is meticulously equipped with premium essentials, including an in-unit washer and dryer, stove, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator, and microwave. Enjoy the effortless convenience of dedicated off-street parking. Contact our leasing team today to schedule your private tour.

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Amenities for 2440 Southwest 9th Street

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Wireless Internet
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About 2440 Southwest 9th Street

HomeApartments in Des MoinesGrays Lake 2440 Southwest 9th Street

Built in 2016 and located just minutes from the vibrant energy of downtown, The Mary Todd apartments offer the ultimate upscale lifestyle with all the advantages of urban living. Each contemporary residence is meticulously equipped with premium essentials, including an in-unit washer and dryer, stove, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator, and microwave. Enjoy the effortless convenience of dedicated off-street parking. Contact our leasing team today to schedule your private tour.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
2440 Southwest 9th Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 2440 Southwest 9th Street
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 2440 Southwest 9th Street has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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.
2440 Southwest 9th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including wireless internet. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2440 Southwest 9th Street 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.
2440 Southwest 9th Street 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 2440 Southwest 9th Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

2440 Southwest 9th Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent

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 2440 Southwest 9th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away

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Rent trends in Grays Lake

2-bedroom apartments at 2440 Southwest 9th Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Grays Lake.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Grays Lake
Des Moines
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,187
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,192
February 2025$1,170
March 2025$1,124
April 2025$1,098
May 2025$1,127
June 2025$1,072
July 2025$1,012
August 2025$1,041
September 2025$1,041
October 2025$1,039
November 2025$1,024
December 2025$1,042
January 2026$1,022
February 2026$1,033
March 2026$1,048
April 2026$1,076
May 2026$1,092
June 2026$1,085
July 2026$1,091
August 2026$1,077
September 2026$1,043
October 2026$1,050
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grays Lake
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,100
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,132
February 2025$1,196
March 2025$1,185
April 2025$1,295
May 2025$2,224
June 2025$2,500
July 2025$1,400
August 2025$1,100
October 2025$1,227
November 2025$1,228
December 2025$944
January 2026$1,162
February 2026$1,485
March 2026$1,400
April 2026$1,080
May 2026$1,098
June 2026$1,150
July 2026$1,099
August 2026$1,100
September 2026$1,090
October 2026$1,100

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 2440 Southwest 9th Street

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

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 2440 Sw 9th St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

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 2440 Sw 9th St, Des Moines

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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