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5905 New York Ave

Des Moines, IA 50322 – Merle Hay

4 Days Ago
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515-416-6660

  • Monthly Rent

    $1,280

  • Bedrooms

    2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    784 sq ft

Details

12 Month Lease, $1,280 deposit, Available Jan 7, 2025
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
5905 New York Ave
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About This Property

Renovated 2 bed / 1 bath duplex unit in the Merle Hay sub division of Des Moines. Recent updates include: kitchen cabinets, kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances including: dishwasher, over-the-range microwave, oven / range, refrigerator, and garbage disposal, kitchen and bathroom faucets, luxury vinyl plank and tile flooring, ceiling fans and light fixtures, dual-flush high efficiency toilet, bathroom vanity and mirror, tiled shower with built-in shelving, windows, cordless window blinds, interior doors, and exterior doors Additional features of this unit include: full private basement with storage space, washer & dryer hookups, central air conditioning and heat, private driveway for off-street parking, fully fenced yard, and a utility shed for outdoor storage. This home is located only a few minutes South of the Merle Hay Mall and a few minutes West of the Beaverdale area which both include many dining and entertainment options. Residents are allowed up to two pets (cats and dogs welcomed; pitbulls, staffordshire terriers, rottweilers, and mastiff's are not permitted dog breeds; pets to be approved at property manager discretion) with additional pet rent and refundable deposit. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises, indoor or outdoor. Residents pay all utilities. Background and credit checks will be performed on all applicants. Please call, text, or email to schedule a showing

5905 New York Ave is a townhome located in Polk County and the 50322 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community attendance zone.

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Renting vs. Buying

  • Housing Cost Per Month: $1,280
    • Rent for 30 Years
      Renting doesn't build equity Future Equity
      Renting isn't tax deductible Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction
      $0 Net Return
    • Buy Over 30 Years
      $512K - $912K Future Equity
      $223K Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction
      $51K - $451K Gain Net Return
$873 / month $111,000 Listing Price
2 Beds •1.5 Baths • 896 Sq Ft
$963 / month $120,000 Listing Price
2 Beds •1.5 Baths • 958 Sq Ft
$938 / month $96,000 Listing Price
2 Beds •1 Baths • 882 Sq Ft

Contact

(515) 416-6660
Derek Vander Veen

Townhome Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

Microwave

  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Tile Floors
  • Basement
  • Storage Space
  • Yard

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1968
Location
Property Address: 5905 New York Ave, Des Moines,
IA 50322
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Neighborhood

Located about five miles northwest of Downtown Des Moines, Merle Hay is a peaceful suburb home to Iowa’s largest mall—Merle Hay Mall, a premier shopping and entertainment destination. Aside from the many shops and eateries on the outskirts of the massive mall, Merle Hay is largely residential.

Residents enjoy a broad range of apartments and houses available for rent throughout the neighborhood. Several local parks and playgrounds contribute to Merle Hay’s family-friendly atmosphere in addition to top-notch schools. Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are all proximate to the neighborhood as well. Getting around from Merle Hay is easy with access to I-235, I-35, and I-80.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Drive: 7 min 3.6 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 10 min 5.0 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 14 min 6.3 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., West
Drive: 17 min 10.5 mi
5905 New York Ave is within 7 minutes or 3.6 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
Hillis Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
305 Students
Attendance Zone
2
Out of 10
Meredith Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
664 Students
Attendance Zone
2
Out of 10
Hoover High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
991 Students
Attendance Zone
3
Out of 10
St Pius X School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
352 Students
Nearby
Mt Olive Lutheran School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
150 Students
Nearby
Dowling Catholic High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,415 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
Transportation

5905 New York Ave is near Des Moines International, located 8.4 miles or 17 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 17 min 8.4 mi
Very Walkable
72
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Minimal Transit
23
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Bikeable
51
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Soundscore™
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5905 New York Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Mc Neal Shopping Center
Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
McNeal Plaza
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Boston Commons
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
5905 New York Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.3 miles, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Westchester Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Ashby Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Beaverdale Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Witmer Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Drake Municipal Observatory
 Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
5905 New York Ave has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Ashby Park, Westchester Park, and Beaverdale Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 10 min 5.7 mi
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
5905 New York Ave has 3 hospitals within 6.1 miles, the nearest is Broadlawns Medical Center which is 3.4 miles away and a 8 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 12 min 5.9 mi
5905 New York Ave is 5.9 miles and a 12 minutes from Camp Dodge.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Tile Floors
  • Basement
  • Storage Space
  • Yard

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