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218 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 400-3931
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The Fleming Building

218 6th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 400-3931
The Fleming Building in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $795–$1,095Rent Pricing
  • 475–710Square Feet

About The Fleming Building

The Fleming Building is an 11-story historic property commonly referred to as Iowa's first Skyscraper! Designed and built in 1909 by the world-renowned architect Daniel Burnham, who also designed the Flat Iron Building in Manhattan and Union Station in Washington D.C., The Fleming is located in the Central Business District in downtown Des Moines at 604 Walnut. Redeveloped in 2014, Apartment rentals range from studio units to spacious two bedroom units with spectacular urban views. The building offers sky walk connections to the city's best restaurants and businesses.

The Fleming Building is located in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood and 50309 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Kouri Management Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • bike storage
  • Cityscape Views
  • Controlled Entries
  • Gigabit internet
  • Heart of downtown
  • hgih
  • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
  • In unit washer and drier
  • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
  • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
  • Off Street Parking
  • Open floor plans
  • Secured Entry
  • Skywalk Access
  • Washer and Drier in unit

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Fleming Building offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $795 and having 475–710 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    $795

    #3 - Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $795Available Now603475$400

    Unit 603 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 603 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $795

    Deposit

    • $400 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $795
  • 1 Bedroom

    From $1,095

    #7 - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 635 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,095Available Now607635$600
    $1,095 April 11, 2025307635$600

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access
    • Washer and Drier in unit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Unit 607 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access
    • Washer and Drier in unit

    Unit 607 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    Unit 307 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access
    • Washer and Drier in unit

    Unit 307 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    $1,095

    #11 - 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 710 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,095Available Now911710$600

    Unit 911 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • In unit washer and drier
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 911 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,095

    $995

    #9 - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 536 sq ftCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Apr 5

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $995 April 5, 20251109536$600

    Unit 1109 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • In unit washer and drier
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 1109 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $995

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $995
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

Lease Terms

  • 12 Month Lease
  • Short Term Lease Options

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • Up To 2 Pets Per Apartment Home.
  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 30 Lb Weight Limit
  • $200 Fee

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • $200 Fee
  • 30 Lb Weight Limit
  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • Breed Restrictions Please Call For More Details

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $25 Application Fee

3D Tours

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Media Center/Movie Theatre
  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Windows
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Tile Floors
Google Map

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218 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about The Fleming Building

Where is The Fleming Building located?

The Fleming Building is located at 218 6th Ave near the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at The Fleming Building?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at The Fleming Building currently range from $795 to $1,095

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Fleming Building are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Fleming Building Apartments are 29.8% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Des Moines area, and 21.15% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$795$1,128-$333-29.5%
    1 Bedroom$995$1,423-$428-30.1%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$795$1,040-$245-23.6%
    1 Bedroom$995$1,224-$229-18.7%

    Methodology: On 03/29/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 228 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Fleming Building (Downtown Des Moines), and 709 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 03/29/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0
2 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.

Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
  • Fleming building

    June 26, 2024
    This is a great place to live it’s very quiet clean close to stores AC works great for those hot days if anything goes wrong they are right here to fix it I love my apartment carol
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Awesome place to live

    February 11, 2021
    Loved this place. I had an awesome one bedroom corner apartment on the 11th floor and it was just gorgeous. Best apartment I have lived in so far.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away
4/10

Walnut Street School

Des Moines Independent Community
901 Walnut Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (269 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
3/10

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Fleming Building.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
3140 SE 14th St
5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away
Aldi
3940 E 14th St
6 minute drive / 3.09 miles away
Menards
6000 SE 14th St
9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away

Colleges and Universities

1100 7th Street
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away
2507 University Avenue
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away
1200 Grandview Ave
4 minute drive / 2.31 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee
420 Court Ave
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away
Save-A-Lot
3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 2.45 miles away
Price Chopper
1819 Beaver Ave
6 minute drive / 3.08 miles away

Hospitals

1200 Pleasant Street
2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away
1111 6th Ave
2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away
1801 Hickman Road
4 minute drive / 2.05 miles away

Military Bases

19 minute drive / 8.87 miles away

Parks and Recreation

13th St. and Grand Ave
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away
2101 Fluer Drive
4 minute drive / 2.03 miles away
4500 Grande Ave
6 minute drive / 3.09 miles away

The Fleming Building has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Greenwood Park, James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, and Great Western Trail.

Shopping Centers

555 Walnut St
1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away
1130 E 9th St
2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away
1251 University Ave
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

The Fleming Building has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $1,040$492$2,160
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,224$565$10,000+
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,319$660$3,451
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,640$660$3,830
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,240$630$2,460

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