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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Off-street parking
  • Balcony/patio
  • Fridge
  • Tile kitchen floor

Location

5250 Dakota Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
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Management

Cornerstone Management

Leasing office

(844) 334-7269 ext. 2159

Property Overview

5250 Dakota LLC offers strong overall value with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, pairing excellent price and location scores with solid amenities and trustworthiness. It features a quiet neighborhood, off-street parking, a balcony/patio, dishwasher, fridge, and tile kitchen floor, and its 17 photos plus proximity to a top-rated elementary school are added positives.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5250 Dakota LLC is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5250 Dakota LLC 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5250 Dakota LLC - #52 bed1 bath850 sqft$995 /moFALL LEASING SPECIAL! Sign a new lease effective by 11/1/26 and receive half off the first two months. Located in a quiet neighborhood just off of 50th st. in West Des Moines. Features include tile kitchen floor, Stove, Dishwasher, Fridge. Balcony/Patio with select. coin operated laundry and off-street parking. Walking distance from parks, schools and other amenities. Photos may not be of listed unit.
5250 Dakota LLC - #82 bed1 bath850 sqft$995 /moFALL LEASING SPECIAL! Sign a new lease effective by 11/1/26 and receive half off the first two months. Located in a quiet neighborhood just off of 50th st. in West Des Moines. Features include tile kitchen floor, Stove, Dishwasher, Fridge. Balcony/Patio with select. coin operated laundry and off-street parking. Walking distance from parks, schools and other amenities. Photos may not be of listed unit.

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Amenities for 5250 Dakota LLC

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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Units2

About 5250 Dakota LLC

HomeApartments in West Des Moines 5250 Dakota LLC

FALL LEASING SPECIAL! Sign a new lease effective by 11/1/26 and receive half off the first two months. Located in a quiet neighborhood just off of 50th st. in West Des Moines. Features include tile kitchen floor, Stove, Dishwasher, Fridge. Balcony/Patio with select. coin operated laundry and off-street parking. Walking distance from parks, schools and other amenities. Photos may not be of listed 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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5250 Dakota LLC is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5250 Dakota LLC 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 5250 Dakota LLC
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.
5250 Dakota LLC 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5250 Dakota LLC is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5250 Dakota LLC 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 5250 Dakota LLC 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.

5250 Dakota LLC is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 5250 Dakota LLC compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2.2 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5250 Dakota LLC to be 23% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,103
December 2024$1,082
January 2025$1,075
February 2025$1,052
March 2025$1,099
April 2025$1,099
May 2025$1,099
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,099
August 2025$1,099
September 2025$1,099
October 2025$1,099
November 2025$1,078
December 2025$973
January 2026$935
February 2026$911
March 2026$937
April 2026$1,048
May 2026$989
June 2026$971
July 2026$995
August 2026$985
September 2026$901
October 2026$934

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5250 Dakota Dr?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 5250 Dakota LLC

Crossroads Park Elementary School

1050 50th st

west des moines, IA, 50266

K-6Public
A-

Learning Resource Center

3550 mills civic parkway

west des moines, IA, 50265

PKPublic

Olmsted Elementary School

7110 prairie ave

urbandale, IA, 50322

PK, K-5Public
B-

Grant Ragan Elementary School

645 ne dartmoor dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PK, K-5Public
A

Vince Meyer Early Learning Center

430 ashowrth dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PKPublic
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Getting around West Des Moines near 5250 Dakota Dr

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5250 Dakota Dr, West Des Moines

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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