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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- On site laundry
- High ceilings
Location
1147 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Property Overview
1147 26th Street earns a strong Zumper rating of 8.6/10, with standout marks for price, location, and amenities, plus solid trustworthiness and quality scores. It is noted for on-site laundry and high ceilings, and it is considered great for pet friendliness due to nearby pet services.
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.
Things you’ll love
Eco-friendly trash disposal- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $775 /mo | 1 unit available | - 1 bedroom apartment ground floor - High Ceilings - New paint throughout the whole unit - Water, trash, sewer all included in your rent! Only Pay gas and electric utilities! - On Site Laundry - $0 Application Fee - Call us today 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 OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Free Off Street 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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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About 1147 26th Street
- 1 bedroom apartment ground floor - High Ceilings - New paint throughout the whole unit - Water, trash, sewer all included in your rent! Only Pay gas and electric utilities! - On Site Laundry - $0 Application Fee - Call us today 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 GoodWith 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.
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:
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
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Drake
1-bedroom apartments at 1147 26th Street cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Drake.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $925 |
| 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 |
| September 2026 | $852 |
| October 2026 | $845 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $963 |
| 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 | $879 |
| September 2026 | $901 |
| October 2026 | $845 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1147 26th St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-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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