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833 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 416-6196
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The Elmhurst

833 18th St
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 416-6196
The Elmhurst in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $885–$1,500Available Unit Pricing
  • 600–1,300Square Feet

About The Elmhurst

Elegant Victorian Brick Building minutes to Downtown Des Moibes. Marble and tile entries with stained glass windows and fantastic woodwork. Central atrium with 3 stories of walkways & glass roof. Beautiful wood floors overlaying concrete construction with antique light fixtures. This type of apartment is seen in movies, but very rare in real life, you must tour the building to appreciate.The Elmhurst is located on a quiet Residential street on top of the hill 1 block to Smoky Row, 4 blocks to Gateway Market, and 3 blocks to Carl's Bar. Hoyt Sherman & the Sculpture Garden are on the Southeast corner of the neighborhood. 10 minute walk to downtown and bus service is 1/2 a block away.

The Elmhurst is located in the Sherman Hill Neighborhood and 50314 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by The Elmhurst

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 3 Stories of Walkways & Glass Roof
  • Antique Light Fixtures
  • Bay Windows
  • Beautiful Wood Floors
  • Central Atrium
  • Fantastic Woodwork
  • Gas Stoves
  • Marble and Tile Entry with Stained Glass

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Elmhurst offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $885 and having 600–1,300 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $885

    Model C

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 600-900 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $885Available NowModel C600-900 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $885 - $1,100
  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $1,300

    Model A

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1300 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,300Available NowModel A1300 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,300 - $1,500
* 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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Schedule a Tour
Call us at: (515) 416-6196 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

  • 10 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1914

Lease Terms

  • 1 Year Lease

Utilities Included

  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Water
  • Gas

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • Must Be Spayed/Neutered
  • Very Strict On Cleanliness & Care.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • 3 Stories of Walkways & Glass Roof
  • Antique Light Fixtures
  • Bay Windows
  • Beautiful Wood Floors
  • Central Atrium
  • Fantastic Woodwork
  • Gas Stoves
  • Marble and Tile Entry with Stained Glass

Community Features

  • Vintage Building

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Bay Window
  • Hardwood Floors

Parking Street

  • Parking Available
Google Map

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833 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Getting Around

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about The Elmhurst

Where is The Elmhurst located?

The Elmhurst is located at 833 18th St near the Sherman Hill area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at The Elmhurst?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Elmhurst currently range from $885 to $1,500

Are pets allowed?

Cats are allowed at The Elmhurst. To find out more info the policy regarding pets call us today!

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The The Elmhurst Apartments are 33.9% cheaper than the average apartment in the Sherman Hill area, and 14.15% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Sherman Hill Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$885$1,521-$636-41.8%
    2 Bedroom$1,300$1,757-$457-26.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$885$1,216-$331-27.2%
    2 Bedroom$1,300$1,315-$15-1.1%

    Methodology: On 01/27/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 76 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Elmhurst (Sherman Hill), and 907 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 01/27/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
4/10

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
3/10

Edmunds Fine Arts Academy

Des Moines Independent Community
950 15th Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (268 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
1/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Elmhurst.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
3140 SE 14th St
6 minute drive / 3.19 miles away
Aldi
3940 E 14th St
7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away
Staples
3800 Merle Hay Rd
8 minute drive / 4.14 miles away

Colleges and Universities

1100 7th Street
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away
2507 University Avenue
3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away
1200 Grandview Ave
6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee
1900 Grand Ave
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away
Save-A-Lot
3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away
Aldi
3940 E 14th St
7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away

Hospitals

1200 Pleasant Street
1 minute drive / 0.36 miles away
1111 6th Ave
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away
1801 Hickman Road
5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

Military Bases

17 minute drive / 8.39 miles away

Parks and Recreation

13th St. and Grand Ave
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away
2101 Fluer Drive
4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
4500 Grande Ave
4 minute drive / 2.07 miles away

The Elmhurst has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Greenwood Park, James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, and Holiday Aquatic Center .

Shopping Centers

1905 Ingersoll Ave
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away
2105 Ingersoll Ave
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away
2125 Grand Ave
1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away

The Elmhurst has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 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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