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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located
  • Off street parking
  • Spacious layout
  • Utilities included
  • Large walk in closet
  • Pet friendly

Location

5500 Ne 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
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Management

Pyramid Property Solutions, Inc.

Leasing office

(515) 707-0598

Property Overview

Swanwood Apartments offers strong overall value with an 8.8 Zumper expert rating, top marks for price and amenities, and a high location rating that points to convenience and easy access to nearby destinations. It also stands out for being pet friendly, having off-street parking, utilities included, a spacious layout, and a large walk-in closet, with public transit close by and grocery and school options within a short distance.

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, 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Balcony
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath495 sqft$495 /mo1 unit availableThis ground-floor studio apartment in Des Moines, IA offers a practical living space with 1 bathroom and includes all utilities. Write one check each month to cover everything. Residents will appreciate off-street parking , along with the ease of a ground-level unit. To schedule a viewing, call our main line at (515) 707-0598 Apply on our website Pyramid Property Solutions Additional Lease Information: $50.00 per month per pet $40.00 application fee $75.00 administrative fee $10.50 per month for liability insurance

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Amenities for Swanwood Apartments

Apartment Amenities

All Bills PaidElectricity
GasGround Floor Unit

Appliances

FridgeMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

GarbageWater and Sewer
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

Units14

About Swanwood Apartments

HomeApartments in Des Moines Swanwood Apartments

This ground-floor studio apartment in Des Moines, IA offers a practical living space with 1 bathroom and includes all utilities. Write one check each month to cover everything. Residents will appreciate off-street parking , along with the ease of a ground-level unit. To schedule a viewing, call our main line at (515) 707-0598 Apply on our website Pyramid Property Solutions Additional Lease Information: $50.00 per month per pet $40.00 application fee $75.00 administrative fee $10.50 per month for liability 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 Good
With 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.
How we rated Swanwood 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.
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:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Des Moines

studio apartments at Swanwood Apartments cost about 41% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Des Moines.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$864
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$846
November 2026$845

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$19,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $19,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $495.
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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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