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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Tree-lined streets
  • Easy highway access
  • Laid-back vibes
  • Nearby trails

Location

927 Herold Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Watrous South
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

927/929 Herold Avenue offers a strong mix of convenience, value, and comfort, with a 7.4 expert rating, standout location, solid amenities, and competitive pricing. Its prime setting, tree-lined streets, easy highway access, laid-back feel, and nearby trails are complemented by favorable value per square foot and proximity to a top-rated middle school.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.4
Very Good
927/929 Herold Avenue is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit availableMust come see this great 2 bedroom newly renovated home. Call Kevin for a tour! 515-334-3345

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Must come see this great 2 bedroom newly renovated home. Call Kevin for a tour! 515-334-3345


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.
7.4
/10
Very Good
927/929 Herold Avenue is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 927/929 Herold Avenue
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 927/929 Herold Avenue has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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, 927/929 Herold Avenue 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.
927/929 Herold Avenue 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 927/929 Herold Avenue 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.
927/929 Herold Avenue 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.

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 927/929 Herold Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Watrous South

2-bedroom apartments at 927/929 Herold Avenue cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Watrous South.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Watrous South
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$802
June 2026$801
July 2026$804
A table of studio rental data trends in Watrous South
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$765
October 2024$795

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near 927/929 Herold Avenue

Wright Elementary School

5001 sw 14th st

des moines, IA, 50315

K-5Public
C

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Orchard Hills Elementary School

1130 w north ave

norwalk, IA, 50211

2-3Public
B+

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 927 Herold Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 927 Herold Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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