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1144 E 8th St

Des Moines, IA 50316 - Polk County

House

4 beds

2 baths

1,087 sqft

Pets OK

About 1144 E 8th St

4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home located at 1144 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316.

Rent $1295. Deposit $1295. Pets: Cats okay, additional fees will apply.

12 Month Lease. Tenants are responsible for all utilities, snow removal, and lawn care maintenance. Admin Fee will apply at $150.

1 day on RentalSource

RentalSource last checked: 8 hours ago · Listing updated: October 30, 2026

Managed by: Renosy By Renters Warehouse · (515) 220-2889

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Property Summary

Property Type:	House
Rental Fee:	$1,295
Bedrooms:	4 beds
Bathrooms:	2 baths
Size:	1,087 sqft

Pets:	Yes
Laundry:	Inquire
Parking:	Inquire
Available:	November 3, 2026
ID:	84674035

Amenities

Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Refrigerator

Leasing Information

Lease term: 12 months.

Fees

Security deposit $1,295 (mandatory, refundable, move-in).
Application fee $50 (mandatory, nonrefundable, pre-move-in).
Lease processing fee $150 (mandatory, nonrefundable, pre-move-in).

Additional Details

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house at 1144 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA 50316 rents for $1,295 a month. It has 1,087 square feet and is pet friendly. 1144 E 8th St was advertised by Renosy By Renters Warehouse on October 30, 2026.

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$1,295

Deposit $1,295 · Application fee $50 · All fees

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Property managed by:

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(515) 220-2889

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