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- Off-street parking
- Modern amenities
- Dishwasher, washer/dryer
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1217 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Watrous South
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Amenities for 1217 Mckinley Ave, Watrous South
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Freezer | Furnished |
| Laminate |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Internet |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Security Cameras |
Grounds
| Lawn | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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| Lease terms | 1+ month |
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About 1217 Mckinley Ave
Property Id: 2206458 Welcome to your dream rental home in Des Moines, IA! This beautifully furnished single-unit property features modern amenities including dishwasher, washer/dryer, security cameras, and more. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and being near parks. Internet included! Don't miss out on this gem!
Address details
| Neighborhood | Watrous South |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50315 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Watrous South
1-bedroom apartments at 1217 Mckinley Ave cost about 50% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Watrous South.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Watrous South
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $932 |
| December 2023 | $950 |
| January 2024 | $970 |
| February 2024 | $902 |
| March 2024 | $1,004 |
| April 2024 | $1,012 |
| May 2024 | $996 |
| June 2024 | $1,007 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | $825 |
| February 2024 | $875 |
| March 2024 | $875 |
| July 2024 | $820 |
| August 2024 | $844 |
| September 2024 | $872 |
| October 2024 | $877 |
| November 2024 | $875 |
| December 2024 | $866 |
| January 2025 | $826 |
| February 2025 | $829 |
| March 2025 | $860 |
| April 2025 | $892 |
| May 2025 | $885 |
| September 2025 | $813 |
| October 2025 | $802 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1217 Mckinley Ave
Wright Elementary School
5001 sw 14th st
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C
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
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1217 Mckinley Ave
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
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 1217 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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