$2,881 - $3,190
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- 2 bd
- 1 ba
- 891 sqft
Johnston Crossing I
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Apartment building
7–unit building
700–1,100 sqft
1–3 bedrooms
1–2.5 bathrooms
Facts, features & policies
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven: Microwave
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
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Walk Score®
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Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Minimal TransitBike Score®
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BikeableNearby schools in Des Moines
Hillis Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.2 miles1/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
1/10Perkins Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 1.1 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Cowles Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.7 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
10/10Living in Des Moines
Merle Hay is a northwest Des Moines neighborhood shaped by broad roads, residential streets and the Merle Hay Mall area. Its four-season climate brings hot summers, cold winters and changing colors in spring and fall. Merle Hay Mall is the area’s best-known landmark, with shopping, dining and indoor activities; nearby commercial corridors add everyday services and casual places to eat or grab coffee. Outdoor options include neighborhood parks and the nearby Des Moines trail network, while public libraries and playgrounds offer indoor and outdoor recreation. The area’s development reflects Des Moines’s postwar suburban growth, and its retail center remains a prominent local destination. Driving is convenient for reaching shops and other parts of the city; bus service and sidewalks provide additional ways to get around. For the Merle Hay neighborhood, the median rent is $1,250 per month, with a typical range of $650 to $2,200.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nelson 8 Plex located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Nelson 8 Plex is located at 5616 Hickman Rd in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Shang Yuen, Starbucks, and The Bean & Leaf Café.
What is the average rent in Des Moines, IA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Merle Hay neighborhood of Des Moines is currently $1,250 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to Nelson 8 Plex?
The schools assigned to Nelson 8 Plex include Hillis Elementary School, Perkins Elementary School, and Cowles Elementary School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Nelson 8 Plex?
Nelson 8 Plex is located near 5 grocery stores, including Elohim Global Grocery Market (0.6 miles) and La Tapatia 2 (0.8 miles). Additional shopping options, including CVS Pharmacy, are approximately 0.1 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near Nelson 8 Plex?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Nelson 8 Plex include UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Northwest Des Moines (0.6 miles away), Mercy Behavioral Health Clinic (0.7 miles away), and Eyemart Express (1 mile away).
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