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Highlights
- 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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Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $775 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in Des Moines, IA! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, aptly named "1 Bedroom in Des Moines," offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The apartment is pet-friendly, so your furry friends are more than welcome to join you in your new home. The off-street parking ensures that you never have to worry about finding a parking spot. Plus, with a washer and dryer onsite, laundry day becomes a breeze. This apartment is designed to cater to your lifestyle, providing you with all the amenities you need for a comfortable living experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make "1 Bedroom in Des Moines" your new home! |
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Amenities for 1147 26th Street
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Washer and Dryer Onsite |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
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About 1147 26th Street
Welcome to your new home in Des Moines, IA! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, aptly named "1 Bedroom in Des Moines," offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The apartment is pet-friendly, so your furry friends are more than welcome to join you in your new home. The off-street parking ensures that you never have to worry about finding a parking spot. Plus, with a washer and dryer onsite, laundry day becomes a breeze. This apartment is designed to cater to your lifestyle, providing you with all the amenities you need for a comfortable living experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make "1 Bedroom in Des Moines" your new home!
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.
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.
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Drake
1-bedroom apartments at 1147 26th Street cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Drake.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $843 |
| January 2024 | $867 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $804 |
| January 2024 | $866 |
| February 2024 | $894 |
| March 2024 | $1,025 |
| April 2024 | $935 |
| May 2024 | $899 |
| June 2024 | $876 |
| July 2024 | $763 |
| August 2024 | $813 |
| 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 |
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
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
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
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
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
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
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
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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