936 42nd St

Des Moines, IA 50311

Apartment building

2 beds

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit A 2 bd, 1 ba	988	Now	Fees may apply $1,600

What's special

Dining roomNew kitchenAll new fixturesFamily roomBeautiful original hardwood floorsOriginal glass block wallStainless steel appliances

This is a historical mid-century brick commerical/residential building. Unit A features 988sqft with 2 bedrooms, a dining room and family room. It has beautiful original hard wood floors, original glass block wall and a new kitchen and bathroom with stainless steel appliances and all new fixtures. It is a great location, just a 1/2 block from Roosevelt Shopping district and 2 blocks from HyVee Drugtown and Uptown shopping center. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!! The unit includes heat/ac and water as well as 2 parking spots. Owner pays water, gas, electricity, AC and heat and internet. 12 month lease. 2 parking spots included. No smoking or vaping. $1800 deposit required and background check.

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Appliances

Dishwasher

Flooring

Hardwood

Neighborhood: Waveland Park

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Getting around

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/ 100

Very Walkable

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Some Transit

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Bikeable

Nearby schools in Des Moines

Hubbell Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.2 miles

4/10

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4/10

Student Progress Rating

3/10

Callanan Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 0.9 miles

2/10

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1/10

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3/10

Roosevelt High School

Grades 9-12 • 0.4 miles

5/10

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3/10

College Readiness Rating

5/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

Green Spaces
Waveland Park and the golf course bring mature trees, open lawns, and outdoor paths into the neighborhood.
Outdoor Activities
The park and golf course provide nearby options for walking and recreation.
Historic Area
The neighborhood’s established residential setting and historic Waveland Golf Course give it a strong sense of place.
Commuter Friendly
Driving connects Waveland Park with other parts of Des Moines and nearby commercial corridors.

Waveland Park is a leafy west-side Des Moines neighborhood, centered on its namesake park and the historic Waveland Golf Course. Mature trees and residential streets give the area a relaxed feel, while changing Midwestern seasons bring warm summers, colorful autumns, and cold winters. Waveland Park offers open lawns, paths, and outdoor recreation; the nearby Des Moines Public Library’s Franklin Avenue branch adds an indoor community resource. Local dining and coffee options sit along nearby commercial corridors, with broader shopping and arts and nightlife choices a short drive away. The neighborhood is easiest to explore by car, though sidewalks and bike routes offer ways to get around locally. For ZIP code 50311, the median rent is $895 per month, with a typical range of $120 to $3,400.