1042 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
What This House Offers
1042 56th St
Des Moines, IA 50311
Available early August 2026
Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem in the heart of Des Moines. Located at... 1042 56th St, this beautiful Craftsman-style home offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere that you'll instantly fall in love with. With 972 square feet of living space, this meticulously maintained property boasts modern finishes and attention to detail throughout.
Application fee $50/adult. Lease Admin Fee $150 due at move-in..
All Renters Warehouse - Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for
$45.95/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score
with timely rent payments, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service
making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class
resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application.
Tenant is responsible for all utilities, lawn care and snow removal.
No Smoking on premises. Pets Considered
Deposit pends on background and credit.
Contact me with additional questions.
Teresa Hein - thein@renterswarehouse.
Leasing Adviser, Renters Warehouse Iowa.
Licensed in the State of Iowa
Unit
- $1,375 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 972 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Refrigerator
1042 56th St is a single-family home for rent in Des Moines, IA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats
- Cats Allowed
Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Des Moines, IA 50311
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable40 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active70 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Windsor Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Merrill Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St Theresa School
Grades PK-8
Private
Dowling Catholic High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Roosevelt High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Drake University
Drive: 4 min (2.3 mi)
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 7 min (3.7 mi)
Grand View University
Drive: 11 min (7.4 mi)
Des Moines Area C.C., West
Drive: 14 min (7.9 mi)
Discover Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1042 56th St proximity to 5800-5812 Franklin Ave, Uptown Shopping Center, and Franklin Plaza. 5800-5812 Franklin Ave is 1.3 miles away, and Uptown Shopping Center is within a 24 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1042 56th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Drake Municipal Observatory, Greenwood / Ashworth Park, and American Legion Park.
Airports
Living in Waveland Woods provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 14 minutes from 1042 56th St.