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221 E McKinley Apartment for rent in Des Moines, IA
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221 E McKinley


Des Moines, IA

1 - 3 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

700 - 1,000 Sq. Ft.

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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$807
700 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Bbt Rentals Llc
211-105
$807
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$947
850 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Bbt Rentals Llc
221-305
$947
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$747 - $897
750 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: Bbt Rentals Llc
211-106
$897
Available Now
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221-103
$747
Available Sep 21st, 2025
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211-206
$897
Available Sep 21st, 2025
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,097
1000 ft2
4 Available
Managed By: Bbt Rentals Llc
211-308
$1,097
Available Now
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221-107
$1,097
Available Jul 17th, 2025
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221-108
$1,097
Available Aug 20th, 2025
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221-303
$1,097
Available Aug 21st, 2025
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$997
850 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Bbt Rentals Llc
221-302
$997
Available Jul 16th, 2025
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Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
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Description

Welcome home to your next home in our quiet and picturesque neighborhood! Experience modern comfort and convenience in a tranquil setting, with a range of amenities that cater to your lifestyle. At our pet-friendly community, we believe in creating the perfect blend of comfort, style, and affordability for our residents.
Apartment Features:
- Spacious units for your utmost convenience.
- Enjoy your morning coffee or evening relaxation on your own private patio or balcony (availability dependent on the floor).
- Ample parking ensures that you never have to worry about finding a spot.
- Pet-friendly community, welcoming up to 2 pets per unit with a one-time non-refundable pet fee plus a monthly pet rent per pet.
Screening Criteria:
To ensure the best living experience for our residents, we have the following screening criteria:
- Household gross monthly income should be 3 times the base rent plus RUBS.
- Minimum credit score of 625.
- No collections (excluding student loans and medical payments).
- Clean criminal history.
- Clean rental history.
Utility Policies:
- Landlord sets up and bills back to the resident for common area electric, water, sewer, and trash at a flat fee.
- Residents are responsible for setting up MidAmerican Electricity & Gas, cable, and internet services as desired.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to live in a beautiful 1-bedroom apartment in our peaceful neighborhood. Apply today and experience the perfect blend of modern living and tranquility. Your new home awaits!
*Photos represent general layouts and finishes. Please set up a tour to view exact unit as layouts may differ by unit.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 1
Last Updated: Updated 1 hour ago
Contact Number: (515) 218-9398
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Mediacom Communications Corp. 1000.0 50.0
CenturyLink, Inc. 120.0 10.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
CenturyLink, Inc. 40.0 5.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for 221 E McKinley by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$26,900
per year
Rent report

221 E McKinley Rent vs. Des Moines Average

 221 E McKinley      Des Moines Average
2BR
$747
$1,060
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400

221 E McKinley is asking 30% less than the average 2 bedroom apartment in Des Moines.

If you upsized to an average priced Des Moines 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 27% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Des Moines 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 4% less per month.

221 E McKinley provides 14% less square footage than the average Des Moines 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
221 E McKinley
2BR $747 $1.00 $2,241
Des Moines Average
Studio $1,010 $2.40 $3,030
1BR $1,023 $1.60 $3,070
2BR $1,060 $1.20 $3,181
3BR $1,446 $1.20 $4,338
4BR $1,870 $1.20 $5,610

Availability in Des Moines

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 571 2BR units on the market in Des Moines. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
16% 32% 44% 8% 1%
Available Units in Des Moines
Studio 201
1BR 406
2BR 571
3BR 97
4BR 10
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Iowa Methodist Medical Center 3.55 mi.
Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines 4.06 mi.
Mercy Medical Center Des Moines 4.06 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Northern Warren Fire Department 1.11 mi.
King County Fire Protection District 26 3.42 mi.
Norwalk Fire Department 3.93 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes, there is 1 unit available at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
There are no units with move-in dates in the next 2 months. The next unit is available for move-in on September 21, 2025.
What's the square footage of the available units?
It's 750 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 221 E McKinley in Des Moines, IA. It's 4.1 miles south from the center of Des Moines.
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