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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Washer and dryer onsite
  • Pet-friendly
  • Comfortable living experience

Location

1147 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

1147 26th Street earns a strong overall rating of 8.6, with standout marks for price, location, amenities, quality, and trustworthiness. It offers off-street parking, an onsite washer and dryer, and a pet-friendly setup, while its close proximity to a top-rated middle school adds to its appeal.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1147 26th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1147 26th 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$775 /mo1 unit availableLIMITIED TIME RENT SPECIAL: Half off your first month rent when signing a 12 month lease! Nice unit within 1 minute of Drake University Nice Hardwood Floors Personal Patio with screen door rear entry Private Parking lot Onsite Laundry Landlord pays for the water, sewer and garbage $0 Application Fee! Call Colin at 515-334-3345 for more information or to schedule a showing!

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Amenities for 1147 26th Street

Apartment Amenities

Water and Trash Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Free Off Street Parking
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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HomeApartments in Des MoinesDrake 1147 26th Street

LIMITIED TIME RENT SPECIAL: Half off your first month rent when signing a 12 month lease! Nice unit within 1 minute of Drake University Nice Hardwood Floors Personal Patio with screen door rear entry Private Parking lot Onsite Laundry Landlord pays for the water, sewer and garbage $0 Application Fee! Call Colin at 515-334-3345 for more information or to schedule a showing!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1147 26th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1147 26th 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 1147 26th Street
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.
1147 26th Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1147 26th Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1147 26th 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 1147 26th Street 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.

1147 26th Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 1147 26th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Drake

1-bedroom apartments at 1147 26th Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Drake.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$815
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$802
June 2026$801
July 2026$812
August 2026$840
A table of studio rental data trends in Drake
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$847
September 2024$979
October 2024$978
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$883

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $775.
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Schools near 1147 26th Street

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Hubbell Elementary School

800 42nd st

des moines, IA, 50312

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 1147 26th 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.

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 1147 26th St, Des Moines

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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