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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Attached garage
  • Granite counters
  • Ample storage space
  • Modern cabinetry
  • Updated flooring
  • Pet-friendly

Location

1108 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|South Park
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Management

DM House Rentals

Leasing office

(515) 461-6862 ext. 2

Property Overview

1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue offers strong overall value with a 7.7 Zumper Expert Rating, highlighted by standout amenities, a convenient location, and solid trustworthiness. It features an attached garage, granite counters, modern cabinetry, updated flooring, and ample storage, and is especially appealing for pet-friendly living with nearby pet services and a dog park.

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

7.7
Very Good
1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities 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

  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath952 sqft$1,245 /mo1 unit available2 bedroom duplex with attached garage, ample storage space, yard, and a separate laundry room available. Updated flooring throughout, beautiful modern cabinetry, granite counters, etc. Pet-friendly, no breed restrictions. No more than 2 pets weighing 40lbs or less each. Initial pet fee ($350 for first pet $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($25/mo per pet) apply. Resident responsible for all utilities directly to the provider as well as snow removal and lawn care. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.

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Amenities for 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Attached GarageDryer

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Garage Parking
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsNo

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units2

About 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue

HomeApartments in Des MoinesSouth Park 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue

2 bedroom duplex with attached garage, ample storage space, yard, and a separate laundry room available. Updated flooring throughout, beautiful modern cabinetry, granite counters, etc. Pet-friendly, no breed restrictions. No more than 2 pets weighing 40lbs or less each. Initial pet fee ($350 for first pet $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($25/mo per pet) apply. Resident responsible for all utilities directly to the provider as well as snow removal and lawn care. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities 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 1108-1110 East McKinley 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, 1108-1110 East McKinley 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·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.
1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue 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.
1108-1110 East McKinley 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 1108-1110 East McKinley 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·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.

1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 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 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 152 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2.0 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in South Park

2-bedroom apartments at 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue cost about 39% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Park.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
South Park
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$979
December 2024$1,007
January 2025$1,018
February 2025$983
March 2025$949
April 2025$895
May 2025$915
June 2025$918
July 2025$876
August 2025$870
September 2025$870
October 2025$855
November 2025$848
December 2025$865
January 2026$870
February 2026$870
March 2026$870
April 2026$871
May 2026$874
June 2026$870
July 2026$846
August 2026$826
September 2026$820
October 2026$820
November 2026$820
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Park
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$704
December 2024$697
January 2025$697
February 2025$704
March 2025$697
May 2025$697
June 2025$723
July 2025$727
August 2025$725
September 2025$727
October 2025$720
November 2025$719
December 2025$721
January 2026$688
February 2026$688
March 2026$700
April 2026$700
September 2026$797
October 2026$778
November 2026$778

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,245.
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Schools near 1108-1110 East McKinley Avenue

Lovejoy Elementary School

801 e kenyon ave

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

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic

Orchard Hills Elementary School

1130 w north ave

norwalk, IA, 50211

2-3Public
B+
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Getting around Des Moines near 1108 E Mckinley Ave

Walking

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

Driving

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

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 1108 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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