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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Onsite laundry
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Free off-street parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dishwasher included

Location

2917 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

Grand Terrace Apartments offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and features, with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, top marks for price and amenities, and a 9/10 location score. It stands out for its prime location, onsite laundry, free off-street parking, dishwasher, pet-friendly community, 24 photos, and excellent value for money and value per sqft.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Grand Terrace Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grand Terrace 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath550 sqft$675 /mo1 unit availableIntroducing our Studio Close to Downtown in Des Moines, IA. This cozy apartment features 1 bathroom, onsite laundry for added convenience, and free off-street parking for residents. With direct access to the unit, coming and going is a breeze. Located near I235, this pet-friendly apartment is perfect for those looking for a convenient and comfortable living space. Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in a prime location with all the amenities you need. Contact us today to schedule a tour!
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$825 /mo2 units availableWelcome home to Grand Terrace Apartments, where comfort, convenience, and value come together. Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, our spacious 2-bedroom apartments offer everything you need to feel right at home. Each apartment features a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, generous living space, and the convenience of direct unit access—no interior hallways. Residents also enjoy free off-street parking and a pet-friendly community. - Spacious 2-bedroom floor plans - Minutes from downtown Des Moines - Free off-street parking - Dishwasher included - Pet-friendly community - Direct access to every apartment Call us today at 515-334-3345 to schedule your tour and see why Grand Terrace Apartments is the perfect place to call home!

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Amenities for Grand Terrace Apartments

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Free Off Street Parking

Neighborhood

Close To Downtown
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About Grand Terrace Apartments

HomeApartments in Des Moines Grand Terrace Apartments

Introducing our Studio Close to Downtown in Des Moines, IA. This cozy apartment features 1 bathroom, onsite laundry for added convenience, and free off-street parking for residents. With direct access to the unit, coming and going is a breeze. Located near I235, this pet-friendly apartment is perfect for those looking for a convenient and comfortable living space. Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in a prime location with all the amenities you need. Contact us today to schedule a 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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Grand Terrace Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grand Terrace 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.
How we rated Grand Terrace Apartments
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.
Grand Terrace 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·10A 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.
Grand Terrace Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Grand Terrace 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 Grand Terrace 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.
Grand Terrace 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.

Grand Terrace Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 53 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options

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 Grand Terrace Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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Rent trends in Des Moines

Studio apartments at Grand Terrace Apartments cost about 19% less than the average rent price for studios in Des Moines.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Grand Terrace Apartments to be 21% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Des Moines.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$946
October 2024$937
November 2024$884
December 2024$898
January 2025$897
February 2025$895
March 2025$825
April 2025$783
May 2025$774
June 2025$773
July 2025$773
August 2025$767
September 2025$753
October 2025$750
November 2025$750
December 2025$750
January 2026$762
February 2026$791
March 2026$795
April 2026$798
May 2026$802
June 2026$801
July 2026$812
August 2026$840

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $675.
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Schools near Grand Terrace Apartments

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Greenwood Elementary School

316 37th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-5Public
C+

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 2917 Grand Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
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 2917 Grand Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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