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Highlights
- Free parking
- Private walk-up entrance
Location
3205 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Property Overview
Kingman offers strong overall value, with a high expert rating, excellent price-to-value balance, and a solid mix of amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It also stands out for free parking and a private walk-up entrance, while nearby restaurants, mixed-use spaces, and walkable surroundings support an active social setting.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $995 /mo | 1 unit available | Freshly renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath first floor apartment with its own exterior entrance. 750 sq ft. Unit 104 at 3205 Kingman Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50311. A 15-unit building on charming Kingman Boulevard in the Drake neighborhood, with quick access to Drake University, the interstate, and downtown Des Moines. The unit has a fresh coat of paint throughout, new flooring, and updated cosmetic finishes. The kitchen has white cabinetry, a stainless steel range and microwave, and a refrigerator. A sliding glass door opens to a ground level patio area and green space. Wall air conditioning, ceiling fans, bedroom closets, and a hallway linen closet. COMMUNITY FEATURES • Brand new parking lot with free off-street parking • On-site shared laundry • Cats and dogs welcome, large and small • No pet deposit; pet rent is $30 per month PRICING AND TERMS • Rent: $995 per month • Security deposit: $500 with a credit score over 700; otherwise one month's rent ($995) • Application fee: $39 per applicant • Lease terms available: 9, 12, or 18 months • Available: October 4, 2026 • A separate $97 per month utility fee covers heat, gas, water, sewer, and trash. It is billed with rent and is added to the lease at signing. • Resident pays electric directly. RENTAL CRITERIA • Household income of at least 2.5x the rent, or $2,488 per month • Minimum credit score of 500 • Full written qualification standards are provided with the application Schedule a tour online or apply today. Vine Living is an equal housing opportunity provider. |
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Amenities for Kingman
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Newly Renovated | Patio |
| Private Entrance |
Appliances
| Microwave | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Shared Laundry |
Grounds
| Free Parking | Off-Street Parking |
Neighborhood
| Close To Downtown | Close to Restaurants and Shopping |
| Easy Interstate Access | Near Drake University |
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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
Cat Policy
Not allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 15 |
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About Kingman
Freshly renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath first floor apartment with its own exterior entrance. 750 sq ft. Unit 104 at 3205 Kingman Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50311. A 15-unit building on charming Kingman Boulevard in the Drake neighborhood, with quick access to Drake University, the interstate, and downtown Des Moines. The unit has a fresh coat of paint throughout, new flooring, and updated cosmetic finishes. The kitchen has white cabinetry, a stainless steel range and microwave, and a refrigerator. A sliding glass door opens to a ground level patio area and green space. Wall air conditioning, ceiling fans, bedroom closets, and a hallway linen closet. COMMUNITY FEATURES • Brand new parking lot with free off-street parking • On-site shared laundry • Cats and dogs welcome, large and small • No pet deposit; pet rent is $30 per month PRICING AND TERMS • Rent: $995 per month • Security deposit: $500 with a credit score over 700; otherwise one month's rent ($995) • Application fee: $39 per applicant • Lease terms available: 9, 12, or 18 months • Available: October 4, 2026 • A separate $97 per month utility fee covers heat, gas, water, sewer, and trash. It is billed with rent and is added to the lease at signing. • Resident pays electric directly. RENTAL CRITERIA • Household income of at least 2.5x the rent, or $2,488 per month • Minimum credit score of 500 • Full written qualification standards are provided with the application Schedule a tour online or apply today. Vine Living is an equal housing opportunity provider.
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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 Kingman compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.7 miles away
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Rent trends in Drake
2-bedroom apartments at Kingman cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Drake.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $925 |
| 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 | $812 |
| August 2026 | $840 |
| September 2026 | $852 |
| October 2026 | $845 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $963 |
| November 2024 | $865 |
| December 2024 | $899 |
| January 2025 | $912 |
| February 2025 | $910 |
| March 2025 | $850 |
| May 2025 | $700 |
| July 2025 | $738 |
| August 2025 | $727 |
| September 2025 | $705 |
| October 2025 | $566 |
| November 2025 | $641 |
| December 2025 | $856 |
| January 2026 | $806 |
| February 2026 | $840 |
| March 2026 | $897 |
| April 2026 | $876 |
| May 2026 | $871 |
| June 2026 | $908 |
| July 2026 | $818 |
| August 2026 | $879 |
| September 2026 | $901 |
| October 2026 | $845 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Kingman
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Hubbell Elementary School
800 42nd st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-5Public
C+
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Drake | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 3205 Kingman Blvd
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3205 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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