5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Conveniently located
- Off street parking
Location
5500 Ne 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
Hi! Let’s figure out if this property is right for you.
Powered by Zumper AI
Nearby rentals
Renter hub
Property management
Apartments for rent AmesApartments for rent Des MoinesApartments for rent AnkenyApartments for rent West Des MoinesApartments for rent Pleasant HillApartments for rent AltoonaApartments for rent BooneApartments for rent Downtown Des MoinesApartments for rent JohnstonApartments for rent East VillageApartments for rent WaukeeApartments for rent DrakeApartments for rent Sawyer WestApartments for rent NortheastApartments for rent UrbandaleApartments Near Me
Houses for rent Des MoinesHouses for rent AmesHouses for rent AnkenyHouses for rent UrbandaleHouses for rent WaukeeHouses for rent West Des MoinesHouses for rent JohnstonHouses for rent PellaHouses for rent East VillageHouses for rent Windsor HeightsHouses for rent GrimesHouses for rent CliveHouses for rent IndianolaHouses for rent DrakeHouses for rent GreenwoodHouses for rent near me
Property Overview
Swanwood Apartments receives a solid Zumper Expert Rating of 8.2 out of 10, showcasing its appeal to renters with outstanding amenities rated at 10 and a location rating of 9, emphasizing its convenience and accessibility. The property is competitively priced with an 8 out of 10 price rating, reflecting excellent value for its features. Notable aspects include off-street parking and proximity to pet-friendly resources, enhancing the living experience 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
| 1 Bedroom | 1 bed | 1 bath | 475 sqft | $595 /mo | 1 unit available | Make this 1 bedroom apartment your new home. The ground floor unit offers accessible entrance and off street parking. Conveniently located at 5500 NE 14th St Apt 20 Des Moines IA 50313 All utilities are included! Give us a call or text Jericha at 515-601-0761 or call 515-707-0598 to set up a showing. Apply to www pyramidpropertysolutions com $40.00 Application fee per adult $50.00 Pet Fee, per pet per month $75.00 Admin fee $10.50 Liability insurance, unless you provide your own renter's insurance. |
Let's explore this property.
Amenities for Swanwood Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Electricity |
| Gas | Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Fridge & Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Water/Sewer |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Trash Removal |
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.
Contact Property
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Contact Property
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
Building details
Property details
| Units | 14 |
|---|
Advertisement
About Swanwood Apartments
Make this 1 bedroom apartment your new home. The ground floor unit offers accessible entrance and off street parking. Conveniently located at 5500 NE 14th St Apt 20 Des Moines IA 50313 All utilities are included! Give us a call or text Jericha at 515-601-0761 or call 515-707-0598 to set up a showing. Apply to www pyramidpropertysolutions com $40.00 Application fee per adult $50.00 Pet Fee, per pet per month $75.00 Admin fee $10.50 Liability insurance, unless you provide your own renter's 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
- 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
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Rent trends in Des Moines
1-bedroom apartments at Swanwood Apartments cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $856 |
| April 2024 | $897 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5500 Ne 14th St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$23,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $23,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $595.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
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
Advertisement
Internet available near Swanwood Apartments
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
Explore the area around 5500 Ne 14th St
Mission Foods
1501 NE Broadway Ave
Hy-Vee Construction
5605 NE 22nd St
ALDI
3940 E 14th St
La Cruz 3
3900 E 14th St
Cash Saver
1320 E Euclid Ave
Red Wing Shoe Store
5035 NE 14th St
Tandy Leather Factory
5041 NE 14th St
A-Tec Recycling Inc
5745 NE 17th St
Cintas
1501 NE 46th Ave
Shag
4161 Dixon St
Red Boot Beverage
1587 NE 67th Pl
Scooter's Coffee
102 E Euclid Ave
The Slow Down Coffee Co
3613 6th Ave
Starbucks
2540 E Euclid Ave
Scooter's Coffee
125 SE Oralabor Rd
Eddy's Sports Bar
1360 NE 54th Ave
Smokey D's BBQ
5055 NW 2nd St
Outer Limits
6560 NE 14th St
Mary Go Round Lounge
6584 NE 14th St
The Shag
4136 Oxford St
Mission Foods
1501 NE Broadway Ave
Linn's Super Market
3805 6th Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
1350 Morton Ave
Walmart Bakery
1002 SE National Dr
Fresh Fit Meals Ankeny
2405 SW White Birch Dr
Margo Frankel Woods State Park
McHenry Park
Fairmont Park
Birdland Park
Union Park
Eddy's Sports Bar
1360 NE 54th Ave
Smokey D's BBQ
5055 NW 2nd St
Mary Go Round Lounge
6584 NE 14th St
RSW of Iowa
1498 NE 67th Pl
Mr Frog's Tacos LLC
4120 E 16th St
NE 17th St / NE 58th Ave (Far-Side), Plk
E 14th St
NE 17th St / NE 58th Ave, Plk
E 14th St
NE 58th Ave / NE 19th St (Far-Side), Plk
E 14th St
NE 58th Ave / NE 19th St, Plk
E 14th St
NE 51st Pl / Polk County Jail, Plk
E 14th St, E 14th St
Compare similar properties nearby
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning
- cats ok
- on-site laundry
- air conditioning