Discover clean, modern living in this centrally located Drake-area property featuring three freshly updated 2-bedroom units ready for immediate move-in! Two units available, both on ground floor.
Location Highlights:
Steps from Drake University
Easy access to downtown Des Moines
Quiet, residential street with on-site parking
Property Details:
Two units at 1065 21st St (multi-family building)
Rent: $900 $950/month
New laundry room in progress coming soon!
Features You'll Love:
Bright, updated kitchens with modern white cabinetry and full appliance sets
Fresh grey-tone interiors, durable plank flooring, and stylish tilework
Clean, modern bathrooms with tiled shower/tub combos and built-in shelving
Generous bedroom sizes with sloped ceilings for extra character
Large living spaces ideal for entertaining or relaxing
No smoking, renters are required to purchase a renter insurance policy, and pay electricity.
1065 21st St
Des Moines, IA 50311
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Available units
This building may have units for rent or for sale. Select a unit to contact.
What's special
Generous bedroom sizesStylish tileworkModern white cabinetryClean modern bathroomsSloped ceilingsBuilt-in shelvingFresh grey-tone interiors
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
- Tile
Neighborhood: Drake Park
- College NearbyLocal university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Coffee CultureA thriving café scene for espresso lovers to meet up, work, or enjoy quiet moments.Downtown CloseProximity to downtown offers quick access to jobs, dining, and culture.
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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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
43 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools in Des Moines
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Edmunds Fine Arts AcademyGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the transit score of 1065 21st St?
1065 21st St has a transit score of 43, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to 1065 21st St?
The schools assigned to 1065 21st St include Edmunds Fine Arts Academy, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.
What neighborhood is 1065 21st St in?
1065 21st St is in the Drake Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.
