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(515) 416-5933
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100 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 416-5933
Metro Lofts in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $945-$1,095 Pricing
  • 618–1,062 Square Feet

Rent Specials

$1500 off your 1st month when you apply by 9/15/26. Receive an additional $1000 if you move in by 9/1. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.

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About Metro Lofts

In the heart of the Court Avenue district, Metro Lofts offers the modern conveniences that you desire at an unbeatable price, including underground heated parking, on-site management, a fitness center, community courtyard with grilling stations, and on-site laundry facilities. Your home includes plush carpeting, dishwasher, microwave, in-unit laundry*, and city or courtyard views* to make your life easier. Live within walking distance of some of the city’s best dining and nightlife. Spend the warm summer months walking along the river or enjoying a baseball game at Principal Park.

Metro Lofts is located in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood and 50309 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Sherman Associates, Inc.

Property Contact Info

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(515) 416-5933

Office Hours

Monday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Thursday8:00 am–4:30 pm
Friday8:00 am–4:30 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Metro Lofts offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $945 and having 618–1,062 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom - Market

    $945

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 672 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $945Available Now221669

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Unit 221 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $945

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $945

    1 Bedroom

    $945

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 672 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft3D ToursView Details
    $945Available Now223669
    $945Available Now424669
    $945Available Now218669

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $945

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Unit 223 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $945

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $945

    Unit 424 Gallery

    3D Tours

    Unit 424 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $945

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $945

    Unit 218 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $945

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $945

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom

    From $1,095

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 903-1062 sq ft
    Available Now

    Model Gallery

    Photos

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,095Available Now306953
    $1,095Available Now412984
    $1,095Available Now214984

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $995 - $1,095

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Unit 306 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $995 - $1,095

    Unit 412 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $995 - $1,095

    Unit 214 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,095

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $995 - $1,095

    2 Bedroom - Market

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 945-1050 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom - Market945-1050 sq ft$300

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Deposit

    • $300 deposit
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Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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2 BR, 2 BA - 942sf
2BR, 2BA - 997 SF
2BR, 2BA - Split/954 SF
2BR, 2BA - 1,006SF
2BR, 2BA - 1,050SF
1BR, 1BA - 669SF
1BR, 1BA - 669SF

Property Information

  • 111 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 2010

Income Restrictions At Metro Lofts

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

# Persons60% Income Limit
1$47,260
2$54,240
3$61,020
4$67,800
5$73,260
6$78,660
income restriction

To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$25.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$300.00
Restrictions:

Breed Restrictions Apply: Pit Bull (Staffordshire Terrier), Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow, Great Dane, Dalmatian, Akita, Presa Canario, Wolf Hybrid, Saint Bernard. *Any mix of these breeds

Comments:

Max of 2. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee.

Dog
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$300.00
Restrictions:

Breed Restrictions Apply: Pit Bull (Staffordshire Terrier), Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow, Great Dane, Dalmatian, Akita, Presa Canario, Wolf Hybrid, Saint Bernard. *Any mix of these breeds

Comments:

Max of 2. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee.

Parking Fees

Street
Parking DepositiCharged per vehicle.$0.00
Comments:

Underground Heated Parking Available.

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

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Windows

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
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100 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Getting Around

  • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 50 / 100 Some public transit

    Transit is available for most trips

  • 80 / 100 Very Bikeable

    Highly suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 70 / 100 Moderately car friendly

    Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Cafes

    Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 0 / 100 Noise Level

    Many sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Metro Lofts

Where is Metro Lofts located?

Metro Lofts is located at 100 2nd Ave near the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Metro Lofts?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Metro Lofts currently range from $945 to $1,095

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Metro Lofts are
  • Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Metro Lofts is: $1500 off your 1st month when you apply by 9/15/26. Receive an additional $1000 if you move in by 9/1. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The Metro Lofts Apartments are 32.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Des Moines area, and 22.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$945$1,287-$342-26.6%
    2 Bedroom$995$1,625-$630-38.8%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$945$1,191-$246-20.7%
    2 Bedroom$995$1,321-$326-24.7%

    Methodology: On 08/22/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 175 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Metro Lofts (Downtown Des Moines), and 1179 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 08/22/2026

  • Transit Friendly 3.0

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

2.6
5 Renters Reviews

Poor management and roaches

February 20, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
I loved these apartments, until I couldn’t. Management was irresponsible, and it caught up to them by the current condition: roach infestation. Stay away from metro lofts

Bad Management

May 22, 2023 - Review from Apartments.com
Management is rude and horrible. Nothing ever gets in the building. Nasty and noisy neighbors.

Property Manager Responded

June 5, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We sincerely apologize about the issues you experienced, and we hope to make this right. Please reach out to us directly so we can rectify this issue.

Poorly Managed Property

October 7, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
Unclear when dealing with tenants, expect extra surprise fees due to their lack of communication. Poor maintenance on the property with unprofessional management.

100% recommend

February 15, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
Lived here almost a year and have nothing but amazing things to say about this complex.

Metro

September 26, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
great space to live! Newer style apartments, nice, spacious and great location!!

Nearby Schools

Walnut Street School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
901 Walnut Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (209 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
4/10

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (441 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away
3/10

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Metro Lofts.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3140 SE 14th St
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away

Aldi

3940 E 14th St
8 minute drive / 3.76 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
6 minute drive / 2.96 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee

1900 Grand Ave
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 1.77 miles away

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
7 minute drive / 3.46 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
5 minute drive / 2.66 miles away

Military Bases

Camp Dodge

20 minute drive / 9.47 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

13th St. and Grand Ave
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

2600 Hartford Avenue
6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away

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

Shopping Centers

The Kaleidoscope At The Hub

555 Walnut St
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Ingersoll Square

1905 Ingersoll Ave
3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

Powell Bldg

2705 SW 9th St
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Metro Lofts has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Downtown Farmers Market

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Downtown Des Moines

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $968$480$2,393
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,191$480$5,848
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,321$648$4,055
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,714$655$2,943
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,357$530$2,300

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