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    Fort Des Moines - Unclaimed

    6908 Chaffee Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315

    Located in Des Moines zip code 50315
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    Neighborhood: 50315

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    Nearby schools in Des Moines

    Studebaker Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 0.7 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Morris Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 1.1 miles
    6/10
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    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    10/10
    McCombs Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.5 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10

    Watrous South, Indianola Hills, Fort Des Moines, South Park and Gray's Lake sit in southern Des Moines, with residential streets, commercial corridors and access to the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers. The area has a four-season climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Gray's Lake Park is a standout for waterfront paths, a beach and paddling, while the Des Moines Riverwalk and nearby greenways add options for walking and biking. Playground and library access varies by neighborhood, and local shopping and dining are found along corridors such as South Union Street and Indianola Avenue, with coffee shops and everyday services mixed in. Downtown is close enough for museums, performance venues and nightlife, while local parks offer quieter outdoor time. Driving is common, and bus routes connect parts of the area to central Des Moines. For ZIP code 50315, the median rent is $1,100 per month, with a typical range of $575 to $2,100.

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    Where is Fort Des Moines located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Fort Des Moines is located at 6908 Chaffee Rd, Des Moines, IA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Subway, Bordenaros Pizza & Pasta, and Cheese Castle Pizza.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Fort Des Moines?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Fort Des Moines include MercyOne South Des Moines Urgent Care (0.5 miles away), Fresenius Kidney Care Des Moines South (0.5 miles away), and UnityPoint Clinic Urgent Care - Southglen (1 mile away).

    What schools are assigned to Fort Des Moines?

    The schools assigned to Fort Des Moines include Studebaker Elementary School, Morris Elementary School, and McCombs Middle School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Fort Des Moines?

    Fort Des Moines is located near 7 grocery stores, including Family Dollar (0.3 miles) and GNC (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including T-Mobile, are approximately 0.7 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near Fort Des Moines?

    Fort Des Moines is located within 0.5 miles of Kingsway University & Theological Seminary, 0.6 miles of DMACC Center At Southridge, and 0.8 miles of Des Moines Area Community College.

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