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1217 24th St

Des Moines, IA 50311 - Polk County

Apartment

2 beds

1 baths

737 sqft

About 1217 24th St

Historic Charm meets modern amenities. Old Main apartments offer spacious and efficient layouts at unbeatable prices. Units range from studio style apartments to one and two bedroom units. Each unit type offers ample storage, full modern kitchens, large windows and laundry facilities. Tenants have access to an in ground pool with a large deck and recreational space. The building has secured parking. Old Main is situated adjacent to Drake University and is in the heart of the Historic Drake District. Old Main offers shopping, restaurants and entertainment within walking distance. We do allow cats. Contact us today to schedule a tour of your new home. Cats Allowed, Water, Garbage, Gas, Internet, Cable, Sewage, Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl, Forced Air, Wall, Central, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Accessibility Features, Alarm System, Bicycle Parking, Cable Ready, Fenced Yard, High Speed Internet, Near Parks, No Smoking, on Site Laundry, Secure Building, Swimming Pool, Vaulted Ceiling & Wired For Internet. Deposit: $475.

RentalSource last checked: July 17, 2025 at 7:00 AM ET

Last updated: June 29, 2025 at 2:59 PM ET

Listed by: Kathryn Gentry, (515) 283-9095

Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$955
Bedrooms:	2 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	737 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	81709963

Property Amenities

• Intrusion Alarm

• Balcony/Patio

• Cable/Satellite TV

• Carpeted Floors

• Garbage Disposal

• Dishwasher

• High-Speed Internet

• Pet Friendly

• Refrigerator

• Vaulted Ceilings

Community Features

• Laundry Facilities

• Pool

• Reserved Parking

• Storage

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Des Moines for $955 with 2 beds, 1 bath, 737 sqft, pet friendly and located at 1217 24th St in Des Moines, IA 50311. The rental price of $955 is 14.8% ($166) lower than the average rent of $1,121 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA and 21.2% ($257) lower than the average rent of $1,212 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Polk County. This apartment is in the Des Moines Independent Community School District and the nearest schools are King Elementary School, Callanan Middle School and Scavo Alternative High School. 1217 24th St was advertised by Kathryn Gentry on June 29, 2025 at 8:47 AM ET and last checked today at 7:00 AM ET.

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Property managed by:

Kathryn Gentry
(515) 283-9095

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