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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Walk-in closet
  • Gas fireplace
  • Patio area
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Full-sized washer and dryer

Location

21403 12th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198, USA|Central Des Moines
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Management

English Gardens

Leasing office

(206) 824-3733

Property Overview

Arbors of Des Moines offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and convenience, with an 8.4 expert rating, competitive pricing, and a 9/10 for both amenities and location. Notable features include a walk-in closet, gas fireplace, patio area, full-sized washer and dryer, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and a pet-friendly community, while nearby pet services, outdoor spaces, and a high value-per-square-foot ranking add to its appeal.

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, Arbors of Des Moines is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Arbors of Des Moines 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/3.0BA3 bed3 bath1,215 sqft$3,095 /mo2 units availableMOVE IN SPECIAL- Townhouse The Arbors Townhomes offer spacious floorplans that provide living room with gas fireplace, private patio and small yard, lots of storage, and master bedroom with walk-in closet. From the moment you pull into your large two car garage until the time you retire to your master bedroom, you'll feel right at home. The Arbors are a small townhouse community, located close to shopping, restaurants, and Des Moines beach park and Marina! This is also a great location for the Seattle commuter, located on the busline (156,121,166,122), minutes from the Angle Lake Link Station, and quick access to I5, 405 and 509! Call to to schedule your tour today at (206) 824-3733!

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Amenities for Arbors of Des Moines

Apartment Amenities

Attached GarageFireplace

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Range
In-Unit LaundryRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About Arbors of Des Moines

HomeApartments in Des MoinesCentral Des Moines Arbors of Des Moines

MOVE IN SPECIAL- Townhouse The Arbors Townhomes offer spacious floorplans that provide living room with gas fireplace, private patio and small yard, lots of storage, and master bedroom with walk-in closet. From the moment you pull into your large two car garage until the time you retire to your master bedroom, you'll feel right at home. The Arbors are a small townhouse community, located close to shopping, restaurants, and Des Moines beach park and Marina! This is also a great location for the Seattle commuter, located on the busline (156,121,166,122), minutes from the Angle Lake Link Station, and quick access to I5, 405 and 509! Call to to schedule your tour today at (206) 824-3733!


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, Arbors of Des Moines is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Arbors of Des Moines 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 Arbors of Des Moines
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.
Arbors of Des Moines 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.
Arbors of Des Moines goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Arbors of Des Moines 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.
Arbors of Des Moines 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Arbors of Des Moines to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Arbors of Des Moines 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.

Arbors of Des Moines is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 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 Arbors of Des Moines compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 101 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features

Considerations

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Rent trends in Central Des Moines

3-bedroom apartments at Arbors of Des Moines cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Central Des Moines.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Central Des Moines
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,502
October 2024$1,495
November 2024$1,415
December 2024$1,475
January 2025$1,512
February 2025$1,500
March 2025$1,469
April 2025$1,472
May 2025$1,498
June 2025$1,498
July 2025$1,554
August 2025$1,595
September 2025$1,519
October 2025$1,484
November 2025$1,455
December 2025$1,443
January 2026$1,406
February 2026$1,549
March 2026$1,676
April 2026$1,462
May 2026$1,460
June 2026$1,476
July 2026$1,530
August 2026$1,627
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Central Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,711
October 2024$1,602
November 2024$1,730
December 2024$1,580
January 2025$1,632
February 2026$1,752
March 2026$1,850
June 2026$1,635
July 2026$1,647
August 2026$1,655

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$123,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $123,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,095.
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Schools near Arbors of Des Moines

Des Moines Elementary School

22001 9th ave s

des moines, WA, 98198

PK, K-5Public
B-

River Ridge Elementary

22420 military rd s

seatac, WA, 98198

PK, K-6Public
C

Valley View Early Childhood Center

17622 46th ave s

seatac, WA, 98188

PKPublic

Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy

15675 ambaum blvd sw

burien, WA, 98166

PK, K-12Public

Kent Laboratory Academy

10515 se 208th st

kent, WA, 98031

3-12Public
B
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Neighborhood

Central Des Moines | Des Moines, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 21403 12th Ave S

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 21403 12th Ave S, Des Moines

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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