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Highlights

  • Onsite laundry
  • Recently renovated
  • Parking onsite
  • Garages for rent
  • Green space

Location

5209 Sw 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Fort Des Moines
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

Quarters on 9th earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with an overall Zumper rating of 8/10, a price rating of 9/10, and a location rating of 9/10. It also offers onsite laundry, recent renovations, parking, garages for rent, and green space, while nearby schools are close and the property ranks in the 100th percentile for value per square foot.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Quarters on 9th is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Quarters on 9th 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath625 sqft$750 /mo1 unit availableLooking for something on the south side? Minutes from the Highway 5 by-pass? Then the Quarters on 9th is the perfect location! This 1-bedroom unit has been recently renovated, and each unit has a wall A/C unit, but also lots of windows to let in fresh air. This property has laundry onsite, green space, garages for rent plus lots of parking onsite! Rents priced at a level perfect for every family type. If you're looking for something new, try the Quarters on 9th! Call today, this unit won't last long! 515-334-3345.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath840 sqft$850 /mo1 unit availableLooking for something on the south side? Minutes from the Highway 5 by-pass? Then the Quarters on 9th is the perfect location! This 2-bedroom unit has been recently renovated, and each unit has a wall A/C unit, but also lots of windows to let in fresh air. This property has laundry onsite, green space, garages for rent plus lots of parking onsite! Rents priced at a level perfect for every family type. If you're looking for something new, try the Quarters on 9th! Call today, this unit won't last long! 515-334-3345.

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HomeApartments in Des MoinesFort Des Moines Quarters on 9th

Looking for something on the south side? Minutes from the Highway 5 by-pass? Then the Quarters on 9th is the perfect location! This 2-bedroom unit has been recently renovated, and each unit has a wall A/C unit, but also lots of windows to let in fresh air. This property has laundry onsite, green space, garages for rent plus lots of parking onsite! Rents priced at a level perfect for every family type. If you're looking for something new, try the Quarters on 9th! Call today, this unit won't last long! 515-334-3345.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Quarters on 9th is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Quarters on 9th 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 Quarters on 9th
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.
Quarters on 9th 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·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, Quarters on 9th 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.
Quarters on 9th 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·6A 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 Quarters on 9th does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
Quarters on 9th 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.

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 Quarters on 9th compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 425 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 216 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Fort Des Moines

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Quarters on 9th to be 16% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Fort Des Moines.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Fort Des Moines
Des Moines
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,190
November 2024$1,187
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,192
February 2025$1,170
March 2025$1,124
April 2025$1,098
May 2025$1,127
June 2025$1,072
July 2025$1,012
August 2025$1,041
September 2025$1,041
October 2025$1,039
November 2025$1,024
December 2025$1,042
January 2026$1,022
February 2026$1,033
March 2026$1,048
April 2026$1,076
May 2026$1,092
June 2026$1,085
July 2026$1,091
August 2026$1,077
September 2026$1,043
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Fort Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$926
November 2024$862
December 2024$849
January 2025$838
February 2025$883
March 2025$907
May 2025$946
June 2025$947
July 2025$868
August 2025$875
September 2025$880
October 2025$869
November 2025$868
December 2025$918
January 2026$865
February 2026$883
March 2026$859
April 2026$886
May 2026$876
June 2026$877
July 2026$951
August 2026$1,055
September 2026$994

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near Quarters on 9th

South Union Elementary School

4201 south union

des moines, IA, 50315

K-5Public
C

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Orchard Hills Elementary School

1130 w north ave

norwalk, IA, 50211

2-3Public
B+

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 5209 Sw 9th St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5209 Sw 9th St, Des Moines

Groceries

6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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