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400 Walnut St #301, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA|Downtown Des Moines
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Amenities for 400 Walnut St #301, Downtown Des Moines
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Trash |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Sauna |
| Sewer |
Grounds
| 1 Assigned Parking Space | Assigned Parking |
Services
| Recycling |
Other
| Skywalk Access |
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About 400 Walnut St #301
Welcome to this beautifully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo located in the historic Kirkwood Building in the heart of downtown Des Moines. Situated at the corner of 4th and Walnut, this property offers unmatched convenience with direct access to the skywalk and walking distance to some of the city’s best restaurants, nightlife, and attractions. This condo features a spacious layout with a comfortable living area, 1 king bed, 1 queen bed, and two pull-out sofas in the living room. The building’s central location places you just steps away from the Farmers Market, Hy-Vee, Cowles Commons, the Civic Center, and Casey’s Center (formerly Wells Fargo Arena). Enjoy modern living in a historic setting with easy access to everything downtown Des Moines has to offer.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Des Moines |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50309 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Des Moines
2-bedroom apartments at 400 Walnut St #301 cost about 50% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Des Moines.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Downtown Des Moines
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,130 |
| March 2024 | $1,160 |
| April 2024 | $1,185 |
| May 2024 | $1,200 |
| June 2024 | $1,198 |
| July 2024 | $1,191 |
| August 2024 | $1,193 |
| September 2024 | $1,196 |
| October 2024 | $1,191 |
| 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 | $1,025 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,550 |
| March 2024 | $1,564 |
| April 2024 | $1,573 |
| May 2024 | $1,577 |
| June 2024 | $1,591 |
| July 2024 | $1,625 |
| August 2024 | $1,623 |
| September 2024 | $1,610 |
| October 2024 | $1,578 |
| November 2024 | $1,577 |
| December 2024 | $1,567 |
| January 2025 | $1,563 |
| February 2025 | $1,532 |
| March 2025 | $1,357 |
| April 2025 | $1,410 |
| May 2025 | $1,353 |
| June 2025 | $1,415 |
| July 2025 | $1,388 |
| August 2025 | $1,335 |
| September 2025 | $1,591 |
| October 2025 | $1,667 |
| November 2025 | $1,639 |
| December 2025 | $1,589 |
| January 2026 | $1,555 |
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Schools near 400 Walnut St #301
Walnut Street School
901 walnut st
des moines, IA, 50309
PK, K-5Public
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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
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Getting around Des Moines near 400 Walnut St #301
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 400 Walnut St #301, Des Moines
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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