Discover comfort, convenience, and community at Franklin Field Senior Apartments, a high-quality, affordable apartment community designed exclusively for those 55 and older.
Located in the desirable Des Moines area, Franklin Field offers a variety of amenities to make everyday living easy and enjoyable, including on-site laundry, a welcoming community room, and a picnic area perfect for gathering with friends and neighbors.
Each apartment home features modern conveniences like air conditioning, a dishwasher, energy-efficient heating and cooling, and wheelchair accessibility for added comfort and peace of mind.
With grocery stores, parks, and local services just minutes away, you'll have everything you need within reach. Choose from our cozy one-bedroom or spacious two-bedroom floor plans designed to fit your lifestyle.
Your new home awaits!
Franklin Field Senior Apartments
5250 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
Apartment building
1 bed
Pet-friendly
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 217 1 bd, 1 ba | 640 | Now | $850 |
What's special
Modern finishesPicnic areaAir conditioningEnergy-efficient heating and cooling
Facts, features & policies
Policies
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedSmall and large OK
- CatsAllowed
Neighborhood: Waveland Park
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Somewhat WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Minimal TransitBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in Des Moines
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Franklin Field Senior Apartments is located at 5250 Franklin Ave in Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA. The surrounding area includes approximately 17 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Simon's, Shang Yuen, and Starbucks.
The nearest public transit stop is Bus #5, approximately 0.3 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Des Moines is currently $1,200 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
Franklin Field Senior Apartments is located within 0.1 miles of Northwest Community Center, 0.8 miles of Waveland Golf Course, and 1 mile of Wells Fargo Bank.
Franklin Field Senior Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.9 miles from New City Market, 1 mile from Louie's Wine Dive, and 1 mile from Price Chopper. Additional shopping options, including CVS Pharmacy, are approximately 0.4 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in Franklin Field Senior Apartments is $850. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in Des Moines has increased by $50 year-over-year, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to Franklin Field Senior Apartments include Windsor Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.
