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Highlights
- Unique building
- Pet friendly
Location
2447 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA|Fairground
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Property Overview
2447 E Walnut Street offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and location, with an 8.5 out of 10 overall rating, excellent price and amenity scores, and a convenient setting. It stands out as a unique, pet-friendly property, and the nearby high school adds another practical consideration for renters.
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
More space- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $725 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in Des Moines, IA! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment near the Fairgrounds offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The apartment is located in a secure access building, ensuring your peace of mind. The bedroom is spacious, and the bathroom is well-appointed, providing all the essentials for modern living. The location is a standout feature, with the Fairgrounds just a short distance away. This apartment is perfect for those who value a balance of relaxation and excitement in their everyday living. Experience the best of Des Moines living in this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment near the Fairgrounds. |
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Amenities for 2447 E Walnut Street
Building
| Controlled Access | Controlled Access Building |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 2447 E Walnut Street
Welcome to your new home in Des Moines, IA! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment near the Fairgrounds offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The apartment is located in a secure access building, ensuring your peace of mind. The bedroom is spacious, and the bathroom is well-appointed, providing all the essentials for modern living. The location is a standout feature, with the Fairgrounds just a short distance away. This apartment is perfect for those who value a balance of relaxation and excitement in their everyday living. Experience the best of Des Moines living in this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment near the Fairgrounds.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 2447 E Walnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2447 E Walnut 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·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.
2447 E Walnut Street 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·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.
2447 E Walnut Street 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, 2447 E Walnut 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.
2447 E Walnut 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·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 2447 E Walnut Street 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.
2447 E Walnut Street 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.
2447 E Walnut 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 2447 E Walnut Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1.6 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.6 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.6 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Fairground
1-bedroom apartments at 2447 E Walnut Street cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fairground.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Fairground
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| July 2026 | $846 |
| August 2026 | $826 |
| September 2026 | $820 |
| October 2026 | $820 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $750 |
| June 2025 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2447 E Walnut St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$29,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near 2447 E Walnut 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
Neighborhood
Fairground | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 2447 E Walnut St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
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 2447 E Walnut St, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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