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Pet Friendly
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1801 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA|Sherman Hill
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Property Overview
Pleasant St. Apartments earns a strong overall rating with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It also stands out for its photo gallery, competitive value per square foot, and nearby conveniences, while the area supports pet care access and an active social scene with many dining and entertainment options.
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
Middle school nearby- More space
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| Pleasant St. Apartments - #6 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 928 sqft | $1,000 /mo | PRICE REDUCED!! FALL LEASING SPECIAL! Sign a new lease effective by 11/1/26 and receive half off the first two months. Welcome to Pleasant St. Apartments, your new home in the heart of Des Moines, IA. Nestled in the historic Shermin Hills, this apartment complex offers a blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Our spacious apartments come with hardwood floors and a 3-season porch, perfect for enjoying the changing seasons. The building is secure and includes 24-hour emergency maintenance for your peace of mind. We understand the importance of convenience, which is why we have onsite laundry facilities and are located near bus stops and public transportation. You'll also love being close to Methodist Hospital, downtown, and easy access to dining, groceries, shopping, and schools. At Pleasant St. Apartments, we believe in making life easier for our residents. That's why we include water and trash in your lease, along with all necessary appliances. We offer a 12-month lease, providing s |
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Amenities for Pleasant St. Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Heat | Hot Water |
| Trash Included | Utilities/Sewer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Storage |
Services
| Availability 24 Hours |
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.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
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About Pleasant St. Apartments
PRICE REDUCED!! FALL LEASING SPECIAL! Sign a new lease effective by 11/1/26 and receive half off the first two months. Welcome to Pleasant St. Apartments, your new home in the heart of Des Moines, IA. Nestled in the historic Shermin Hills, this apartment complex offers a blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Our spacious apartments come with hardwood floors and a 3-season porch, perfect for enjoying the changing seasons. The building is secure and includes 24-hour emergency maintenance for your peace of mind. We understand the importance of convenience, which is why we have onsite laundry facilities and are located near bus stops and public transportation. You'll also love being close to Methodist Hospital, downtown, and easy access to dining, groceries, shopping, and schools. At Pleasant St. Apartments, we believe in making life easier for our residents. That's why we include water and trash in your lease, along with all necessary appliances. We offer a 12-month lease, providing stability and peace of mind. We're also a pet-friendly community, so your furry friends are more than welcome here. Come and experience the cozy neighborhood feel of Pleasant St. Apartments, where you'll find everything, you need to feel right at home. Photos may not be of actual unit.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Pleasant St. Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pleasant St. 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·9A 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.
Pleasant St. Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Pleasant St. Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including availability 24 hours. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Pleasant St. 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.
Pleasant St. 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 Pleasant St. 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·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.
Pleasant St. Apartments 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 Pleasant St. Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.9 miles away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 121 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
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Rent trends in Sherman Hill
2-bedroom apartments at Pleasant St. Apartments cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sherman Hill.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Sherman Hill
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $925 |
| 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 |
| September 2026 | $852 |
| October 2026 | $845 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,095 |
| November 2024 | $925 |
| December 2024 | $907 |
| January 2025 | $755 |
| February 2025 | $775 |
| March 2025 | $810 |
| April 2025 | $759 |
| June 2025 | $737 |
| July 2025 | $707 |
| August 2025 | $715 |
| September 2025 | $697 |
| October 2025 | $709 |
| November 2025 | $727 |
| December 2025 | $697 |
| January 2026 | $695 |
| February 2026 | $695 |
| March 2026 | $735 |
| April 2026 | $735 |
| May 2026 | $735 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1801 Pleasant St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$40,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near Pleasant St. Apartments
Edmunds Elementary School
950 15th st
des moines, IA, 50314
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
Neighborhood
Sherman Hill | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 1801 Pleasant St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
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 1801 Pleasant St, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
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
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally 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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