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Highlights

  • Laundry facilities
  • Large windows
  • Ample storage
  • Spacious efficient layouts
  • Full modern kitchens
  • Recreational space

Location

1217 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Carpenter
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Old Main Apartments

Leasing office

(515) 305-3542 ext. 2

Property Overview

Old Main Apartments is a highly rated community, earning an overall 8.8/10 with standout scores for amenities, location, quality, and value, indicating an excellent balance of price and living experience. Spacious, efficient layouts with full modern kitchens, large windows, ample storage, laundry facilities, and recreational space support everyday comfort and convenience, while high-speed internet and natural light make it especially appealing for those who work from home. Renters also benefit from detailed, transparent property information, plentiful photos, and proximity to a top-rated elementary school.

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

9.4
Excellent
Old Main Apartments 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

OM Studio - UpdatedStudio1 bath387 sqft$815 /mo2 units availableHistoric Charm meets modern amenities. Old Main apartments offer spacious efficient layouts. Units range from studio style apartments to one and two bedroom units. Each unit type offers ample storage, full modern kitchens, large windows and laundry facilities. Tenants have access to an in ground pool with a large deck and recreational space. The building has secured parking. Old Main is situated adjacent to Drake University and is in the heart of the Historic Drake District. Old Main offers shopping, restaurants and entertainment within walking distance.

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Amenities for Old Main Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

Garbage DisposalRange
RefrigeratorStove

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry
Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool

Services

Trash Removal

Other

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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Old Main Apartments

HomeApartments in Des MoinesCarpenter Old Main Apartments

Historic Charm meets modern amenities. Old Main apartments offer spacious efficient layouts. Units range from studio style apartments to one and two bedroom units. Each unit type offers ample storage, full modern kitchens, large windows and laundry facilities. Tenants have access to an in ground pool with a large deck and recreational space. The building has secured parking. Old Main is situated adjacent to Drake University and is in the heart of the Historic Drake District. Old Main offers shopping, restaurants and entertainment within walking distance.


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.
9.4
/10
Excellent
Old Main Apartments 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 Old Main Apartments
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.
Old Main Apartments 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.
Old Main Apartments 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—cats allowed—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.
Old Main Apartments 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·9A 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.
Old Main Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Old Main Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 1 internet service provider option 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 Old Main Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Carpenter

studio apartments at Old Main Apartments cost about 22% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Carpenter.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Carpenter
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$900
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
January 2026$762
February 2026$791
March 2026$795
April 2026$798
May 2026$790
A table of studio rental data trends in Carpenter
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$686
March 2026$1,050
April 2026$1,050

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$32,600/yr

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Schools near Old Main Apartments

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Perkins Elementary School

4301 college

des moines, IA, 50311

K-5Public
C+

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1217 24th St

Walking

7/10
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.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1217 24th St, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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