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  • 1040 22nd St

    Des Moines, IA 50311

    Apartment building
    2 beds

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    Eat in kitchenBack of the houseNew stairs
    First month free rent!! This 2 bedroom with Huge living room, eat in kitchen and new flooring through out. Entrance to this unit is at the back of the house up the new stairs. Resident responsible for all utilities. Lawn Care included. When applying make sure to upload all proof of income and a photo ID, if you do not provide all pertinent information your application will not be processed. Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. Application fee is $49 per person. Everyone 18 and over is required to fill out an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background check. *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. All Top Shelf Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $49.50 per month which includes liability insurance from A+ carrier, credit building to help boost the resident's credit score, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery helping to keep your HVAC system running on less energy (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service that with one call sets up your required utility services, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details can be found on our website under RBP. Please NOTE that this property is managed by TOP SHELF Property Management. If you are asked to send money to anyone vs paying on Top Shelfs resident portal it is a scam. Lease length 12-Month Standard Section 8 is unavailable at this time Smoking is not permitted on the property

    Neighborhood: Drake Park

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    Anchored by Drake University, 50311 blends collegiate energy with long-established residential blocks of early 1900s bungalows and tree-lined streets. Expect four true seasons—snowy winters, breezy springs, warm summers—and a walkable core around University Avenue’s Dogtown district, where Mars Cafe, Leftys Live Music, the restored Varsity Cinema, Jethros BBQ, and global eats keep days and nights lively. Daily needs are easy with nearby Hy-Vee and neighborhood markets, fitness at the Drake Rec Center and local studios, and green time at Drake Park and pocket parks; bike routes and DART buses connect you quickly to Ingersoll shopping and downtown a few minutes away. According to Zillow Rental Manager market trends, recent months show a median asking rent around $1,050, with most listings roughly $800–$1,600. The area is known for friendly, pet-welcoming rentals, community events like the Drake Relays, and a mix of students, faculty, young professionals, and families enjoying an affordable, social lifestyle.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    74 / 100
    Very Walkable
    42 / 100
    Some Transit
    35 / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 1040 22nd St?

    1040 22nd St has a walk score of 74, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 1040 22nd St?

    1040 22nd St has a transit score of 42, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to 1040 22nd St?

    The schools assigned to 1040 22nd St include Edmunds Fine Arts Academy, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

    What neighborhood is 1040 22nd St in?

    1040 22nd St is in the Drake Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.