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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Conveniently located
- Off street parking
Location
5500 Ne 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
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Property Overview
Swanwood Apartments is a competitively priced, high-value community with top-tier ratings for price, amenities, and location, reflected in its strong overall expert score of 8.8 out of 10. Residents benefit from convenient access to public transportation right at the property, a nearby top-rated high school, and a grocery store just over a mile away, plus helpful listing details with 15 photos. The building is also well-suited to pet owners, with multiple nearby pet supply stores and grooming services, and offers off-street parking in a convenient area.
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
- More space
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Studio | Studio | 1 bath | 495 sqft | $425 /mo | 1 unit available | Make this studio your new home! The 1st floor unit features spacious closets and has off-street parking. Conveniently located at 5500 NE 14th St Apt 23 Des Moines IA 50313 To schedule a viewing call our main line at (515) 707-0598. Apply to www pyramidpropertysolutions com $50.00 per month per pet $40.00 application fee $75.00 administrative fee $10.50 per month for liability insurance, unless you provide your own renters' insurance. |
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Amenities for Swanwood Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Gas |
| Ground Floor Unit |
Appliances
| Electric | Fridge |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Coin Operated Laundry On Site |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Water/Sewer |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Garbage |
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. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 14 |
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About Swanwood Apartments
Make this studio your new home! The 1st floor unit features spacious closets and has off-street parking. Conveniently located at 5500 NE 14th St Apt 23 Des Moines IA 50313 To schedule a viewing call our main line at (515) 707-0598. Apply to www pyramidpropertysolutions com $50.00 per month per pet $40.00 application fee $75.00 administrative fee $10.50 per month for liability insurance, unless you provide your own renters' insurance.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Swanwood Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Swanwood 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·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.
Swanwood 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.
Swanwood 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—pets allowed—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.
Swanwood 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 Swanwood 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.
Swanwood 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.
Swanwood 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 Swanwood Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- Studio is 65 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Des Moines
studio apartments at Swanwood Apartments cost about 47% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $896 |
| June 2024 | $906 |
| July 2024 | $898 |
| August 2024 | $849 |
| September 2024 | $935 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5500 Ne 14th St?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$17,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $17,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $425.
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Schools near Swanwood Apartments
Cornell Elementary School
5817 ne 3rd st
des moines, IA, 50313
PK, K-4Public
C+
Heritage Elementary School
301 sw prairie trail pky
ankeny, IA, 50023
K-5Public
A-
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Terrace Learning Center
310 nw school st
ankeny, IA, 50023
PKPublic
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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Getting around Des Moines near 5500 Ne 14th St
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5500 Ne 14th St, Des Moines
Groceries
2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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