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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Laundry in building
  • No smoking

Location

820 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA|East Village
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

820 Lyon Street Apartments earns a solid overall rating, supported by strong amenities and location scores that suggest convenience and a high level of comfort. Its nearby parks, walkable surroundings, and abundance of restaurants and mixed-use spaces make it appealing for an active lifestyle, while off-street parking, laundry in the building, and no-smoking rules add practical value.

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

7.3
Very Good
820 Lyon Street Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath600 sqft$650 /mo1 unit available820 Lyon Street Apartments in Des Moines, IA offers a well-appointed studio layout with one bathroom in a controlled-access building. Residents benefit from onsite laundry facilities, off-street parking, and a pet-friendly policy. The building’s secure entry provides added peace of mind, and the central location makes it convenient to nearby services and transit. Ideal for those seeking a compact, secure living space with practical amenities.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath700 sqft$795 /mo1 unit availableYou’ll love the new hard surface floors and fresh counters in this adorable 2 bedroom apartment. Conveniently located close to downtown, the Capitol, East Village and more. Secure building. Laundry in building. Off-street parking, No smoking. Pet friendly with fee at move in. Wall A/C provided.

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Amenities for 820 Lyon Street Apartments

Building

Controlled AccessControlled Access Building
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Free Off Street ParkingOff-Street Parking
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 820 Lyon Street Apartments

HomeApartments in Des MoinesEast Village 820 Lyon Street Apartments

You’ll love the new hard surface floors and fresh counters in this adorable 2 bedroom apartment. Conveniently located close to downtown, the Capitol, East Village and more. Secure building. Laundry in building. Off-street parking, No smoking. Pet friendly with fee at move in. Wall A/C provided.


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.
7.3
/10
Very Good
820 Lyon Street Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 820 Lyon Street Apartments
Price·6A 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.
820 Lyon Street Apartments is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
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.
820 Lyon Street Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 820 Lyon Street Apartments 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.
820 Lyon Street Apartments 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 820 Lyon Street Apartments 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.
820 Lyon Street Apartments 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.

820 Lyon Street Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 106 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1 local event hub within 1 mile
  • Area has 20 parks and recreation options

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 820 Lyon Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.6 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in East Village

Studio apartments at 820 Lyon Street Apartments cost about 38% less than the average rent price for studios in East Village.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 820 Lyon Street Apartments to be 47% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in East Village.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
East Village
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$874
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
A table of studio rental data trends in East Village
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$995
December 2024$991
January 2025$983
February 2025$991
March 2025$1,010
April 2025$995
May 2025$897
June 2025$1,028
July 2025$1,065
August 2025$991
September 2025$936
October 2025$870
November 2025$868
December 2025$863
January 2026$913
February 2026$921
March 2026$925
April 2026$981
May 2026$1,005
June 2026$995
July 2026$1,006
August 2026$1,052
September 2026$1,056
October 2026$1,047

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 820 Lyon St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$26,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $650.
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Schools near 820 Lyon Street Apartments

Carver Elementary School

705 e university ave

des moines, IA, 50316

K-5Public
C-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 820 Lyon St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
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 820 Lyon St, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

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

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 820 Lyon St

New Oriental Food Store
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La Centroamericana
1130 E 9th St
Mills Marketing
400 E Court Ave
La Tapatia Grocery
1440 Des Moines St
M & J Tienda Mexicana
1524 E Grand Ave

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