Civic Historic District

Des Moines, IA

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Civic Historic District - Des Moines, IA

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The historic heart of Downtown Des Moines

Historic • Urban • Riverside • Scenic • Convenient •

The Civic Historic District, also known as the Civic Center Historic District, is a significant community located within Downtown Des Moines. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1988, the Civic Historic District boasts an array of elegant structures in various architectural stylings, providing a visual feast for riverfront walks and neighborhood strolls.

The district is convenient to Principal Park, where residents and visitors alike enjoy attending Iowa Cubs ballgames and various concerts held throughout the year. Des Moines’ Downtown Farmers’ Market sits within easy walking distance of many of the area’s rental apartments and lofts, in addition to numerous restaurants, bars, and museums.

Transportation

89

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

61

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

71

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Science Center of Iowa
  • Des Moines Botanical & Environmental Center
  • Western Gateway Park
  • Columbus Park
  • Burke Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Des Moines International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Civic Historic District

Court Ave Lofts

Court Ave Lofts

308 Court Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$830 - $1,000 | 1-2 Beds

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 SW 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$954 - $2,924 | Studio - 2 Beds

Randolph Apartments

Randolph Apartments

202 4th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$864 - $1,797 | Studio - 2 Beds

City Square Lofts

City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$779 - $4,402 | Studio - 3 Beds

Fourth + Court

Fourth + Court

420 Court Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50301

$1,040 - $1,300 | Studio - 2 Beds

Vine Street Lofts

Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$800 - $1,169 | Studio - 2 Beds

Metro Lofts

Metro Lofts

100 2nd Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$975 - $1,400 | 1-2 Beds

Ballyard Lofts

Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$1,031 - $2,101 | 1-2 Beds

The Elliott

The Elliott

219 4th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$755 - $1,800 | Studio - 1 Bed

Houses for Rent in Civic Historic District

400 Walnut St

400 Walnut St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

2 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,175

1136 E 8th St

1136 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316

3 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,300

1987 SW 1st St

1987 SW 1st St,
Des Moines, IA 50315

2 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,100

2118 23rd St

2118 23rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50310

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $825

1128 27th St

1128 27th St,
Des Moines, IA 50311

6 Beds | 2 Baths | $3,000

615 E Granger Ave

615 E Granger Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50315

3 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,599

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