Nice 2 Bedroom Duplex
Located right off University Ave on beautiful Polk Blvd, near Waveland Golf Course and walking distance to Waveland Cafe, this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom duplex has original hardwood flooring in the large living room with big windows that let in great natural light. The kitchen includes plenty of countertop and cabinet space along with a fridge and gas stove. Down the hall you'll find both bedrooms, one of which can easily fit a king sized bed plus dressers, and the full bathroom. There is an unfinished basement that includes a washer and dryer and has plenty of room for storage. Central AC/Heat. No pets.
Tenant pays all utilities. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit is $1250, and if approved there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Location: 1144 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA.
House for rent
$1,250/mo
Fees may apply
1144 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
808sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
No pets
Central air, ceiling fan
In unit laundry
1 Parking space parking
Forced air
What's special
Original hardwood flooringFridge and gas stove
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 808 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: ForcedAir, No Utilities included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $1,250+4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,200+9.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/16/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/7/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Waveland Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hubbell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi







