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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Heat
  • Laundry room
  • Stove gas
  • Modern renovation
  • 1 and 2 bedroom apartments

Location

718 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA|Sherman Hill
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Management

Pilot Creek Properties

Leasing office

(712) 358-9019

Property Overview

718 15th Street receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4 out of 10, highlighting its strong value and quality. With exceptional amenities, including stainless steel appliances and modern renovations, alongside a prime location near 90 cultural sites and 178 restaurants, the property offers an elevated living experience. Notably, it is within close proximity to highly rated schools and numerous parks, making it an attractive choice for those seeking vibrant community engagement.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 718 15th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 718 15th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$895 /mo1 unit availableGreat location in historic Sherman Hill! Directly west of Methodist hospital and up the hill from Hoyt Sherman Place and the Sculpture park. Walk to Smokey Row for your morning coffee or lunch. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available. The modern renovation of this historic building provides you the comfortable lifestyle you are seeking. Stainless steel appliances. Large storage unit for each apartment to hold your bikes and everything else. Lease Terms: Month to month rental agreement. Heat, water, garbage and recycling provided at no cost. Small dogs possible $95/mo. Resident pays apartment electricity and stove gas. Laundry room in building.

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Amenities for 718 15th Street

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Water

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Services

Garbage
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One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in Des Moines 718 15th Street

Great location in historic Sherman Hill! Directly west of Methodist hospital and up the hill from Hoyt Sherman Place and the Sculpture park. Walk to Smokey Row for your morning coffee or lunch. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available. The modern renovation of this historic building provides you the comfortable lifestyle you are seeking. Stainless steel appliances. Large storage unit for each apartment to hold your bikes and everything else. Lease Terms: Month to month rental agreement. Heat, water, garbage and recycling provided at no cost. Small dogs possible $95/mo. Resident pays apartment electricity and stove gas. Laundry room in building.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 718 15th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 718 15th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 718 15th Street
Price·9A 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.
718 15th Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
718 15th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 718 15th Street 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.
718 15th Street 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 718 15th Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
718 15th Street 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.

718 15th Street is great for:

Social life

  • 178 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 90 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Area has 25 parks and recreation options
  • 38 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 718 15th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

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Rent trends in Sherman Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 718 15th Street cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Sherman Hill.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Sherman Hill
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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
January 2026$755
A table of studio rental data trends in Sherman Hill
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$750
March 2024$750
October 2024$1,095
November 2024$925
December 2024$907
January 2025$755
February 2025$775
March 2025$810
April 2025$759
June 2025$737
July 2025$707
August 2025$715
September 2025$697
October 2025$709
November 2025$727
December 2025$697
January 2026$695

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 718 15th Street

Edmunds Elementary School

950 15th st

des moines, IA, 50314

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

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Sherman Hill | Des Moines, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 718 15th St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 718 15th St, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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