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100 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 416-5933
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 416-5933
Metro Lofts in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
Income Restrictions
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $975–$1,150Rent Pricing
  • 618–1,062Square Feet

About Metro Lofts

In the heart of the Court Avenue district, Metro Lofts offers the modern conveniences that you desire at an unbeatable price, including underground heated parking, on-site management, a fitness center, community courtyard with grilling stations, and on-site laundry facilities. Your home includes plush carpeting, dishwasher, microwave, in-unit laundry*, and city or courtyard views* to make your life easier. Live within walking distance of some of the city’s best dining and nightlife. Spend the warm summer months walking along the river or enjoying a baseball game at Principal Park.

Metro Lofts is located in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood and 50309 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Sherman Associates, Inc.

Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Metro Lofts offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $975 and having 618–1,062 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $1,150

    1 Bedroom - Market

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 672 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,150Available Now221672
    $1,150 March 6, 2025411672

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,150

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Unit 221 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,150

    Model Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,150

    Unit 411 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,150

    Model Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,150

    $975

    1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 672 sq ftAvailable Mar 6

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $975 March 6, 2025410618

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Unit 410 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $975

    Model Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $975

  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $1,145

    2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 903-1062 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,145Available Now125954
    $1,145Available Now314992
    $1,145Available Now316954

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Unit 125 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    Model Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    Unit 314 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    Model Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    Unit 316 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    Model Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,145

    2 Bedroom - Market

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 945-1050 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,400Unavailable2 Bedroom - Market945-1050 sq ft$300

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,400

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit
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Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Income Restrictions At Metro Lofts

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

# Persons60% Income Limit
1$47,260
2$54,240
3$61,020
4$67,800
5$73,260
6$78,660
income restriction

To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.

Lease Terms

  • Available months 12
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Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $25/Month Rent For Cats, $50/Month Rent For Dogs. One Time $300 Non Refundable Fee.
  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $300 Fee
  • Breed Restrictions Apply: Pit Bull (Staffordshire Terrier), Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow, Great Dane, Dalmatian, Akita, Presa Canario, Wolf Hybrid, Saint Bernard. *Any Mix Of These Breeds

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $25/Month Rent For Cats, $50/Month Rent For Dogs. One Time $300 Non Refundable Fee.
  • $300 Fee
  • Breed Restrictions Apply: Pit Bull (Staffordshire Terrier), Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow, Great Dane, Dalmatian, Akita, Presa Canario, Wolf Hybrid, Saint Bernard. *Any Mix Of These Breeds
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Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $25 Application Fee

3D Tours

2BR, 2BA - 997 SF
2BR, 2BA - Split/954 SF

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Windows

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Parking Street

  • Underground Heated Parking Available.
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100 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(515) 416-5933
Monday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Thursday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Friday8:00 am–4:30 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

61 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Metro Lofts

Where is Metro Lofts located?

Metro Lofts is located at 100 2nd Ave near the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Metro Lofts?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Metro Lofts currently range from $975 to $1,150

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Metro Lofts are
  • Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at Metro Lofts. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Metro Lofts Apartments are 32.45% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Des Moines area, and 18.4% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$975$1,390-$415-29.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,145$1,761-$616-35.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$975$1,240-$265-21.4%
    2 Bedroom$1,145$1,353-$208-15.4%

    Methodology: On 02/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 244 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Metro Lofts (Downtown Des Moines), and 966 other apartment communities in Des Moines using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 02/26/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.0

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.9
4 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Bad Management

    May 22, 2023
    Management is rude and horrible. Nothing ever gets in the building. Nasty and noisy neighbors.

    • Property Manager Responded

      June 5, 2023
      Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We sincerely apologize about the issues you experienced, and we hope to make this right. Please reach out to us directly so we can rectify this issue.
    Review from Apartments.com

  • Poorly Managed Property

    October 7, 2019
    Unclear when dealing with tenants, expect extra surprise fees due to their lack of communication. Poor maintenance on the property with unprofessional management.
    Review from Apartments.com

  • 100% recommend

    February 15, 2019
    Lived here almost a year and have nothing but amazing things to say about this complex.
    Review from Apartments.com

  • Metro

    September 26, 2015
    great space to live! Newer style apartments, nice, spacious and great location!!
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Walnut Street School

Des Moines Independent Community
901 Walnut Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (269 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
3/10

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away
4/10

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Metro Lofts.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
3140 SE 14th St
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away
Menards
6000 SE 14th St
7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away
Autozone
1123 Army Post Rd
7 minute drive / 3.7 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus
1100 7th Street
4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away
Drake University
2507 University Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away
Grand View University
1200 Grandview Ave
6 minute drive / 2.96 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee
420 Court Ave
1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
Save-A-Lot
3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 1.77 miles away
Aldi
3940 E 14th St
8 minute drive / 3.76 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant Street
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
1111 6th Ave
4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away
Broadlawns Medical Center
1801 Hickman Road
5 minute drive / 2.66 miles away

Military Bases

Camp Dodge
20 minute drive / 9.47 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Pappajohn Sculpture Park
13th St. and Grand Ave
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away
Gray's Lake
2101 Fluer Drive
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away
James W. Cownie Soccer Complex
2600 Hartford Avenue
6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away

Metro Lofts has 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Greenwood Park, and Great Western Trail.

Shopping Centers

The Kaleidoscope At The Hub
555 Walnut St
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away
Ingersoll Square
1905 Ingersoll Ave
3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away
Powell Bldg
2705 SW 9th St
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Metro Lofts has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

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Downtown Des Moines

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $1,013$550$2,578
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,240$384$3,900
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,353$446$4,000
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,639$660$5,310
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,667$630$3,495

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