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601 Forest Ave

Apartment
1 beds
1 baths

About 601 Forest Ave

This complex is conveniently located near the historic East Village and the up and coming Highland Park Neighborhood while still having easy access to the interstate so our residents have access to all that Des Moines has to offer. Experience modern comfort and convenience in a tranquil setting, with a range of amenities that cater to your lifestyle. At our pet-friendly community, we believe in creating the perfect blend of comfort, style and affordability for our residents. Screening Criteria: To ensure the best living experience for our residents, we have the following screening criteria: Household gross monthly income should be 3 times the base rent plus Rubs. Minimum credit score of 625. No collections (excluding student loans and medical payments). Clean criminal history. Clean rental history. Utility Policies: Landlord sets up and bills back to the resident for common area electric, water, sewer and trash at a flat fee. Residents are responsible for setting up MidAmerican Electricity & Gas, cable and internet services as desired. Amenities: Enjoy the pet-friendly environment with no breed restrictions. Limit of 2 pets per household, including dogs, cats, small aquariums (10 gallons or less), tanks (10 gallons or less) and caged animals like hamsters, ferrets and rabbits. Fees: Application Fee: $25, due upon submission of your application. Minimum Security Deposit: $500, due to secure your unit. One-Time Administration Fee: $75, due upon move-in....
RentalSource last checked: July 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM ET
Listed by: LivLavender Property Management, (515) 218-9398

Property Summary

Property Type: Apartment
Rental Fee: $695
Bedrooms: 1 beds
Bathrooms: 1 baths
Size: Inquire
Pet Friendly: Yes
Listing Status: Active
ID: 81818132

Property Amenities

•  Air Conditioning
•  Cable/Satellite TV
•  Ceiling Fan
•  High-Speed Internet
•  Microwave
•  Pet Friendly
•  Refrigerator

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Des Moines for $695 with 1 bed, 1 bath, pet friendly and located at 601 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA 50314. The rental price of $695 is 28.9% ($283) lower than the average rent of $978 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA and 32.7% ($338) lower than the average rent of $1,033 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Polk County. 601 Forest Ave was advertised by LivLavender Property Management today at 8:11 AM ET.

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