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2136 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA|Fairground
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Property Overview
2136 Lyon Street has a strong overall rating, driven by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It may especially appeal to renters looking for a well-rated property with a solid level of trustworthiness and proximity to a top-rated high school.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 627 sqft | $745 /mo | 1 unit available | Check out this quality apartment that is affordably priced! 1 bedroom and 1 full bath located on the entire upper floor of this previously converted home. The bath has been updated with full tub/shower. Home has updated efficient windows throughout. Stove/Refrigerator included with rent. Off-street parking in the rear with streetside parking available as well. Large living room area allows extra room for office or storage. Inside stairway access from ground level. Water, sewer, and garbage included! Resident is responsible for electricity/gas with MidAmerican Energy. This apartment has no available laundry and a window AC will need to be provided by resident. Initial lease terms are 12 months. Sorry, no pets allowed. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in. |
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Amenities for 2136 Lyon Street
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
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Policies and fees
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
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 2136 Lyon Street
Check out this quality apartment that is affordably priced! 1 bedroom and 1 full bath located on the entire upper floor of this previously converted home. The bath has been updated with full tub/shower. Home has updated efficient windows throughout. Stove/Refrigerator included with rent. Off-street parking in the rear with streetside parking available as well. Large living room area allows extra room for office or storage. Inside stairway access from ground level. Water, sewer, and garbage included! Resident is responsible for electricity/gas with MidAmerican Energy. This apartment has no available laundry and a window AC will need to be provided by resident. Initial lease terms are 12 months. Sorry, no pets allowed. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 2136 Lyon Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2136 Lyon 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.
2136 Lyon 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·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.
2136 Lyon Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2136 Lyon 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.
2136 Lyon 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 2136 Lyon 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 2136 Lyon Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
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Rent trends in Fairground
1-bedroom apartments at 2136 Lyon Street cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fairground.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Fairground
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,001 |
| July 2024 | $998 |
| August 2024 | $998 |
| September 2024 | $997 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| November 2024 | $963 |
| December 2024 | $1,007 |
| January 2025 | $1,018 |
| February 2025 | $983 |
| March 2025 | $949 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $915 |
| June 2025 | $918 |
| July 2025 | $876 |
| August 2025 | $870 |
| September 2025 | $870 |
| October 2025 | $855 |
| November 2025 | $848 |
| December 2025 | $865 |
| January 2026 | $870 |
| February 2026 | $870 |
| March 2026 | $870 |
| April 2026 | $871 |
| May 2026 | $874 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $750 |
| June 2025 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2136 Lyon St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$29,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $745.
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Schools near 2136 Lyon Street
Capitol View Elementary School
320 e 16th
des moines, IA, 50316
PK, K-5Public
C-
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Fairground | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 2136 Lyon St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 2136 Lyon St, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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