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5201 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 518-8684
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BNL Investments

5201 S Union St
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 518-8684
BNL Investments in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $845Pricing
  • 800Square Feet

About BNL Investments

Brookside Apartments has plenty of space to host dinner party with large dining room that opens open wet/bar kitchen. Features include balconies, ceiling fans, dishwasher, walk-in closets, and laundry facilities on-site. Call now to schedule an appointment!

BNL Investments is located in the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood and 50315 Zip code of Des Moines, IA.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 1 bath
  • 2 Bedroom
  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • free off-street parking
  • Large Living Rooms
  • Nearby Shopping And Dining
  • on-site laundry
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • Pet Friendly
  • Water and Trash charged back

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

BNL Investments offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $845 and having 800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 bedrooms

      $845

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
      Available Nov 10

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
      $845 November 10, 2025Unit302800$750

      Unit Unit302 Amenities and Features

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Outdoor Space

      • Patio

      Unique Features

      • 1 bath
      • 2 Bedroom
      • 24-hour emergency maintenance
      • free off-street parking
      • Large living rooms
      • Nearby shopping and dining
      • on-site laundry
      • On-site maintenance
      • Pet Friendly
      • Water and Trash charged back

      Unit Unit302 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $845

      Deposit

      • $750 deposit

      Unit Description

      Welcome to Brookside Apartments, where the convenience of Des Moines’ South Side meets quiet, residential living. Our 2BR/1BA apartments feature various upgrades, including new ceiling fans and LED lighting, new countertops, and updated cabinetry. Each apartment has a breakfast bar to enjoy dining and entertaining. At Brookside Apartments, we offer free off-street parking for your convenience, laundry on each floor, and on-site management to help maintain and keep our building safe. Each tenant is responsible for their own electric and a proportionate share of water, gas, and trash of $45.00 monthly. Cats and dogs under 35lbs are welcome with deposit. Pet deposit $350.00 per pet, monthly pet rent is $25.00.

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $845
    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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    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (515) 518-8684 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 24 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1990

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per Applicant$40

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats

    • Fees Not Specified

    Dogs

    • Fees Not Specified

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface Lot

    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.

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • 1 bath
    • 2 Bedroom
    • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
    • free off-street parking
    • Large Living Rooms
    • Nearby Shopping And Dining
    • on-site laundry
    • On-Site Maintenance
    • Pet Friendly
    • Water and Trash charged back

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • Property Manager On Site
    • Recycling
    • Renters Insurance Program

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Windows
    • Tub/Shower
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Oven
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Window Coverings

    Outdoor Features

    • Lawn
    Google Map

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    5201 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    MondayBy Appointment
    TuesdayBy Appointment
    WednesdayBy Appointment
    ThursdayBy Appointment
    FridayBy Appointment
    SaturdayBy Appointment
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    21 / 100

    Car-Dependent

    Almost all errands require a car

    Bike Score®

    23 / 100

    Somewhat Bikeable

    Minimal bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    31 / 100

    Some Transit

    A few nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about BNL Investments

    Where is BNL Investments located?

    BNL Investments is located at 5201 S Union St near the Fort Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA

    What is the current rent range at BNL Investments?

    2 Bedrooms at BNL Investments currently start from $845. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for BNL Investments are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday By Appointment
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.2

      The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The BNL Investments Apartments are 16.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Fort Des Moines area, and 30.8% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$845$1,014-$169-16.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$845$1,221-$376-30.8%

      Methodology: On 10/29/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 83 other apartment communities in the immediate area around BNL Investments (Fort Des Moines), and 582 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 10/29/2025

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.0
    0 Renters Reviews
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    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.

    Nearby Schools

    McCombs Middle School

    Des Moines Independent Community
    201 County Line Road
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (654 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
    4/10

    Lincoln High School

    Des Moines Independent Community
    2600 Southwest 9th Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2403 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
    1/10

    South Union Elementary School

    Des Moines Independent Community
    4201 South Union Street
    Public School - Grades K-5 (442 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
    4/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from BNL Investments.

    Big Box and Retail

    Autozone

    1123 Army Post Rd
    3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

    Menards

    6000 SE 14th St
    3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

    Target

    1111 E Army Post Rd
    4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

    1100 7th Street
    8 minute drive / 4.07 miles away

    Drake University

    2507 University Avenue
    10 minute drive / 4.68 miles away

    Grand View University

    1200 Grandview Ave
    12 minute drive / 5.64 miles away

    Groceries

    Save-A-Lot

    3200 SW 9th St
    3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

    Hy-Vee

    1107 E Army Post Rd
    4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

    Price Chopper

    1819 Beaver Ave
    11 minute drive / 5.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant Street
    7 minute drive / 3.57 miles away

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    8 minute drive / 4.13 miles away

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Road
    11 minute drive / 5.3 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Great Western Trail

    7200 Southeast 5th Street
    4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

    Gray's Lake

    2101 Fluer Drive
    4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away

    James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

    2600 Hartford Avenue
    6 minute drive / 3.13 miles away

    BNL Investments has 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Great Western Trail, Gray's Lake , James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greenwood Park.

    Shopping Centers

    McKinley Plaza

    4804-4814 SW 9th St
    1 minute drive / 0.33 miles away

    Stefon Plaza

    200 Army Post Rd
    2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

    Army Post Square

    500-520 Army Post Rd
    3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

    BNL Investments has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Des Moines Studio Apartments $905$500$2,352
    Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,095$547$3,222
    Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,221$648$2,884
    Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,565$685$2,891
    Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,405$655$10,000+

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