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5620 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA|Merle Hay

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Melissa

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(515) 346-6001

Amenities for 5620 College Ave, Merle Hay

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Community

Cats OKDogs OK

Other

Dogs OK Up to 25 Pounds
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 5620 College Ave

HomeHouses in Des Moines 5620 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA

Updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home featuring new flooring and fresh paint throughout. The home offers a large living room, an eat-in kitchen, and a partially finished basement. A washer and dryer are included for added convenience. Residents are responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. The application fee is $59.50 per person. All applicants age 18 and older must complete an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background screenings. Resident Benefit Package (RBP) is a required monthly program that includes resident liability coverage, operational support services and additional resident benefits. Lease Administrative Fee $125.00 Resident Benefit Package (RBP) $54.50 Lease length 12-Month Standard Section 8 is not available at this time Smoking is not permitted on the property Pets are subject to owner approval and applicable Pet Rent and Pet Administrative Fee All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.


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NeighborhoodMerle Hay
Zip code50310
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Merle Hay

3-bedroom apartments at 5620 College Ave cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Merle Hay.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,561
September 2024$1,485
October 2024$1,473
November 2024$1,424
December 2024$1,452
January 2025$1,457
February 2025$1,423
March 2025$1,402
April 2025$1,398
May 2025$1,350
June 2025$1,390
July 2025$1,437
August 2025$1,472
September 2025$1,400
October 2025$1,395
November 2025$1,339
December 2025$1,345
January 2026$1,356
February 2026$1,334
March 2026$1,358
April 2026$1,383
May 2026$1,374
June 2026$1,393
July 2026$1,399
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Merle Hay
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,600
September 2024$1,625
October 2024$1,600
November 2024$1,600
January 2025$1,600
February 2025$1,673
March 2025$1,609
June 2025$1,699
July 2025$1,695
August 2025$1,698
September 2025$1,695
October 2025$1,695
January 2026$1,545
February 2026$1,795
March 2026$1,795

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3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 5620 College Ave

Windsor Elementary School

5912 university ave

des moines, IA, 50311

K-5Public
C+

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Olmsted Elementary School

7110 prairie ave

urbandale, IA, 50322

PK, K-5Public
B-

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
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Neighborhood

Merle Hay | Des Moines, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 5620 College 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

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5620 College Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

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

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
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

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 5620 College Ave

Beaverdale Farmer's Market, Inc
4801 Franklin Ave
Bosna Grocery
3009 Merle Hay Rd
Hy-Vee
7101 University Ave
Sam's Club
1101 73rd St
ALDI
7100 University Ave

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