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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Spacious two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment
  • Close proximity to shopping centers

Location

3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Lower Beaver
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Management

Distinct Vision Realty, LLC

Leasing office

(515) 318-7711

Property Overview

3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is an impressive two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that highlights excellent amenities such as off-street parking and onsite laundry facilities. With a robust Zumper expert rating of 9 out of 10 and a perfect price rating, the property provides significant value relative to its competitive pricing and prime location, close to shopping centers and top-rated schools. Additionally, it demonstrates a commendable level of trustworthiness and quality, ensuring a satisfying living experience for its residents.

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

9.0
Excellent
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath730 sqft$750 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to the $750 Large 2 BR Apartment, a gem nestled in the heart of Des Moines, IA. This spacious two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living experience. The unit has been recently updated, providing a fresh and modern feel. Stay cool during the summer months with the included A/C, and keep warm in the winter with efficient electric heat. The apartment also features off-street parking, adding an extra layer of convenience to your daily routine. For those who value a lifestyle of convenience, you'll appreciate the close proximity to shopping centers. Plus, with onsite laundry facilities, you can say goodbye to the hassle of laundromats. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability at the $750 Large 2 BR Apartment. We can put a pet policy in place with pet restrictions to 35 lbs.

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Amenities for 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Electric Heat

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Nearby Shopping

Other

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About 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

HomeApartments in Des MoinesLower Beaver 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

Welcome to the $750 Large 2 BR Apartment, a gem nestled in the heart of Des Moines, IA. This spacious two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living experience. The unit has been recently updated, providing a fresh and modern feel. Stay cool during the summer months with the included A/C, and keep warm in the winter with efficient electric heat. The apartment also features off-street parking, adding an extra layer of convenience to your daily routine. For those who value a lifestyle of convenience, you'll appreciate the close proximity to shopping centers. Plus, with onsite laundry facilities, you can say goodbye to the hassle of laundromats. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability at the $750 Large 2 BR Apartment. We can put a pet policy in place with pet restrictions to 35 lbs.


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
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.
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy 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·10A 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.
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy 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 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

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 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Lower Beaver

2-bedroom apartments at 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lower Beaver.

Median rents as of Dec 27 2025.
Lower Beaver
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$885
February 2024$802
March 2024$871
April 2024$897
May 2024$896
June 2024$906
July 2024$898
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower Beaver
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$700
July 2025$700
August 2025$700
September 2025$700
October 2025$677
December 2025$650

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Can I afford to live at 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Samuelson Elementary School

3929 bel-aire rd

des moines, IA, 50310

K-5Public
C

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

Walking

5/10
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
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 3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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