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1420 Thompson Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316, US|Union Park
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Amenities for 1420 Thompson Avenue, Union Park
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| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Carpet | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings |
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| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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| Storage |
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About 1420 Thompson Avenue
This is a large size ranch home with 3 bedroom, Family room, Dinning room, and 1 full bath upstairs. Additional family room , laundry, kitchenette, non conforming bedroom and a full bath in the fully finished basement. There are large 2 fully covered patio rooms/ sunrooms one in the front and on in the back. All new stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. All new flooring, paint, light fixtures, faucets etc. Nice beautiful private deck and 2 car detached garage. Refinished Hardwood floors on the main floor and carpet tile in the basement are all new. House is ready to move in. Will upload some new pictures this week. Easy access to Freeway and easy commute to Grimes, Ankeny, Altoona, Des Moines, Johnston areas. West Des Moines, Windsor Heights, Clive, Waukee, Norwalk all within short commute distance. Reply to the add or Call/ text for any questions. Ready to show anytime. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions. Please reply to the add or call 5One5Nine99Five88Zero. Please don't text on the displayed number. We will do our best to accommodate your situation. Rent with option to buy is available for this home as well for a small 5k down payment. Contract sale/ seller financing will be available after good payment history with us for 6 months.
Lease Terms
1 yearAddress details
| Neighborhood | Union Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50316 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Union Park
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Union Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,150 |
| 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 | $1,022 |
| February 2026 | $1,033 |
| March 2026 | $1,047 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,095 |
| October 2024 | $1,122 |
| January 2026 | $1,195 |
| February 2026 | $1,195 |
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4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1420 Thompson Avenue
Cattell Elementary School
3101 e 12th st
des moines, IA, 50316
K-5Public
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Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
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
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Getting around Des Moines near 1420 Thompson Avenue
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 1420 Thompson Avenue, Des Moines
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
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Cafes
3/10
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Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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