The Eddy Apartments

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1120 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 400-3296
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The Eddy

1120 Polk Blvd
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 400-3296
The Eddy in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
Income Restrictions
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $625Available Unit Pricing
  • 400Square Feet

About The Eddy

The Eddy, which was originally built in 1923, is nestled in the beautiful and vibrant Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines. ALL Utilities included with rent! On-site coin operated laundry room in building. off-street parking, tenant can rent a garage parking spot for $30 a month if they choose, secure access entry, elevator, sprinkler system installed in every unit and main hallway/stairwell in the building, spacious manicured lawn and shared outdoor community space, close to schools, great neighborhood, minutes to shops and grocery stores, and on the bus route. In close proximity to the Roosevelt shopping district, Roosevelt High School and Drake University. This location has historically been and will continue to be a vital part of this community.

The Eddy is located in the Waveland Park Neighborhood and 50311 Zip code of Des Moines, IA.

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Eddy offers Studio apartments starting from $625 and having 400 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      $625

      0BR/1.0BA

      Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ftAvailable Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
      $625Available NowUnit 411400$500

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Windows

      Unit Unit 411 Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $625

      Deposit

      • $500 deposit

      Unit Description

      The Eddy, which was originally built in 1923, is nestled in the beautiful and vibrant Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines. ALL Utilities included with rent! On-site coin operated laundry room in building. off-street parking, tenant can rent a garage parking spot for $30 a month if they choose, secure access entry, elevator, sprinkler system installed in every unit and main hallway/stairwel...Contact the property to learn more about this unit.

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $625
    * 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

    • Renovated In Nov 2019
    • 64 Units
    • 4 Stories
    • Built in 1923

    Lease Terms

    • 12 month

    Fee & Deposit Info

    One-Time Fees

    • $25 Application Fee

    Features and Amenities

    Interior Features

    • Windows
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    1120 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    MondayBy Appointment
    TuesdayBy Appointment
    WednesdayBy Appointment
    ThursdayBy Appointment
    FridayBy Appointment
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    67 / 100

    Somewhat Walkable

    Some errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    41 / 100

    Somewhat Bikeable

    Minimal bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    34 / 100

    Some Transit

    A few nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Eddy

    Where is The Eddy located?

    The Eddy is located at 1120 Polk Blvd near the Waveland Park area of Des Moines, IA

    What is the current rent range at The Eddy?

    Studio at The Eddy currently start from $625. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Eddy are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Good Value3.6

      The The Eddy Apartments are 26.5% cheaper than the average apartment in the Waveland Park area, and 38.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Waveland Park Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$625$850-$225-26.5%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$625$1,017-$392-38.5%

      Methodology: On 01/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 90 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Eddy (Waveland Park), and 236 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 01/26/2025

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

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    Nearby Schools

    Roosevelt High School

    Des Moines Independent Community
    4419 Center Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    3/10

    Hubbell Elementary

    Des Moines Independent Community
    800 42nd Street
    Public School - Grades K-5 (407 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    3/10

    Merrill Middle School

    Des Moines Independent Community
    5301 Grand Avenue
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (634 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
    4/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Eddy.

    Big Box and Retail

    Petco
    7333 Buffalo Rd
    4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away
    Staples
    3800 Merle Hay Rd
    4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away
    Walgreens
    1660 22nd St
    6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    2507 University Avenue
    3 minute drive / 1.31 miles away
    1100 7th Street
    5 minute drive / 2.68 miles away
    1200 Grandview Ave
    9 minute drive / 4.31 miles away

    Groceries

    Hy-Vee
    1900 Grand Ave
    4 minute drive / 2.22 miles away
    Price Chopper
    4343 Merle Hay Rd
    5 minute drive / 2.72 miles away
    Natural Grocers
    8650 Hickman Rd
    6 minute drive / 3.12 miles away

    Hospitals

    1801 Hickman Road
    4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away
    1200 Pleasant Street
    5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
    1111 6th Ave
    6 minute drive / 2.81 miles away

    Military Bases

    15 minute drive / 7.09 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    4500 Grande Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away
    13th St. and Grand Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.57 miles away
    2101 Fluer Drive
    6 minute drive / 2.92 miles away

    The Eddy has 5 parks within 6.3 miles, including Greenwood Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Holiday Aquatic Center , and James W. Cownie Soccer Complex.

    Shopping Centers

    4040-4125 University Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away
    833-857 42nd St & Rollins Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away
    4940-4944 Franklin Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

    The Eddy has 5 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Des Moines Studio Apartments $1,017$550$2,966
    Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,216$384$4,125
    Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,315$447$4,915
    Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,661$660$5,352
    Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,716$630$3,495

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