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Highlights
- Downtown area
- Washer and dryer on site
Location
2125 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50315, United States|Indianola Hills
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Property Overview
2125 Indianola Avenue is a compelling property with a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting its excellent pricing, amenities, and location. With a competitive price rating of 10 and an impressive array of features, including on-site washer and dryer, it stands out in the downtown area. Additionally, it is located within close proximity to a top-rated high school, providing added value for residents.
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
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BD/1BA units - Get first month rent FREE! | 1 bed | 1 bath | $650 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 35 |
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About 2125 Indianola Avenue
Sign an 18-month lease, get one FULL month rent free! One bed, one bath units, 2 floors with washer and dryer on site. Close to the downtown area and great restaurants all around!
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.
8.8
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 2125 Indianola Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2125 Indianola Avenue 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.
2125 Indianola Avenue 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.
2125 Indianola Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2125 Indianola Avenue 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.
2125 Indianola Avenue 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 2125 Indianola Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
2125 Indianola Avenue 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 2125 Indianola Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Indianola Hills
1-bedroom apartments at 2125 Indianola Avenue cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Indianola Hills.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Indianola Hills
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $949 |
| January 2024 | $970 |
| February 2024 | $902 |
| March 2024 | $1,004 |
| April 2024 | $1,012 |
| 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 | $850 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $725 |
| May 2024 | $750 |
| 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 | $725 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$26,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $650.
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Schools near 2125 Indianola Avenue
McKinley Elementary School
1610 se 6th st
des moines, IA, 50315
PK, K-5Public
C-
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
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 2125 Indianola Avenue
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 2125 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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