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218 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 400-3931
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The Fleming Building

218 6th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 400-3931
The Fleming Building in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $815-$1,025Pricing
  • 475–690Square Feet

Rent Specials

ONE MONTH FREE WITH 13 MONTH LEASE!!~~? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer — experience modern living in the heart of downtown while enjoying unbeatable savings. ?? Fleming Building ?? Call today to schedule a tour!

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About The Fleming Building

The Fleming Building is an 11-story historic property commonly referred to as Iowa's first Skyscraper! Designed and built in 1909 by the world-renowned architect Daniel Burnham, who also designed the Flat Iron Building in Manhattan and Union Station in Washington D.C., The Fleming is located in the Central Business District in downtown Des Moines at 604 Walnut. Redeveloped in 2014, Apartment rentals range from studio units to spacious two bedroom units with spectacular urban views. The building offers sky walk connections to the city's best restaurants and businesses.

The Fleming Building is located in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood and 50309 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Kouri Management Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • bike storage
  • Cityscape Views
  • Controlled Entries
  • Gigabit internet
  • Heart of Downtown
  • hgih
  • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
  • In unit washer and drier
  • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
  • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
  • Off Street Parking
  • Open floor plans
  • Secured Entry
  • Skywalk Access

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Fleming Building offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $815 and having 475–690 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    #8 - Studio

    $875

    Studio, 1 Bath, 525 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $875Available Now508525$400

    Unit 508 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • hgih
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 508 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $875

    Deposit

    • $400 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $875

    #2 - Studio

    $815

    Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ft
    Available Oct 21

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $815 October 21, 2025302475$400

    Unit 302 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 302 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $815

    Deposit

    • $400 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $815

    #5 - Studio

    $815

    Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ft
    Available Nov 15

    Model Gallery

    Photos

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $815 November 15, 2025805475$400

    Unit 805 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 805 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $815

    Deposit

    • $400 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $815

  • 1 Bedroom

    #9 - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom

    $965

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 536 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $965Available Now809536$600
    $965 November 15, 2025509536$600

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • In unit washer and drier
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $965

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Unit 809 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • In unit washer and drier
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 809 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $965

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $965

    Unit 509 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • In unit washer and drier
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 509 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $965

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $965

    #6 - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom

    $995

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 655 sq ft
    Available Oct 15

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $995 October 15, 20251006655$600

    Unit 1006 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 1006 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $995

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $995

    #10 - 1 Bedroom/1Bathroom

    $1,025

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 690 sq ft
    Available Nov 15
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,025 November 15, 20251010690$600

    Unit 1010 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • bike storage
    • Cityscape Views
    • Controlled Entries
    • Heart of downtown
    • Highrise with Commercial Concourse
    • In unit washer and drier
    • NexGen Fiber-Optic 1 Gig Internet
    • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
    • Open Floor Plans
    • Skywalk Access

    Unit 1010 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,025

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,025
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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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options
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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 Move-In
Administrative Fee$0
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$25

Other Fees

Pet Fees

Dog

One-Time Pet Fee$200
Monthly Pet Fee$30/mo
Pet Deposit$0

Cat

One-Time Pet Fee$200
Monthly Pet Fee$30/mo
Pet Deposit$0

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 30 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 30 Lb Weight Limit

Up to 2 pets per apartment home.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Media Center/Movie Theatre
  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Windows
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Tile Floors
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218 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(515) 400-3931
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Fleming Building

Where is The Fleming Building located?

The Fleming Building is located at 218 6th Ave near the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at The Fleming Building?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at The Fleming Building currently range from $815 to $1,025

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Fleming Building are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • 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 The Fleming Building is: ONE MONTH FREE WITH 13 MONTH LEASE!!~~? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer — experience modern living in the heart of downtown while enjoying unbeatable savings. ?? Fleming Building ?? Call today to schedule a tour!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The The Fleming Building Apartments are 20.5% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Des Moines area, and 12.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$815$965-$150-15.5%
    1 Bedroom$965$1,295-$330-25.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$815$921-$106-11.5%
    1 Bedroom$965$1,116-$151-13.5%

    Methodology: On 10/04/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 269 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Fleming Building (Downtown Des Moines), and 1024 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 10/04/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0
2 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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.

  • Fleming building

    June 26, 2024
    This is a great place to live it’s very quiet clean close to stores AC works great for those hot days if anything goes wrong they are right here to fix it I love my apartment carol
    Review from Apartments.com

  • Awesome place to live

    February 11, 2021
    Loved this place. I had an awesome one bedroom corner apartment on the 11th floor and it was just gorgeous. Best apartment I have lived in so far.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away
4/10

Walnut Street School

Des Moines Independent Community
901 Walnut Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (269 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
4/10

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Fleming Building.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3140 SE 14th St
5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away

Aldi

3940 E 14th St
6 minute drive / 3.09 miles away

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
4 minute drive / 2.31 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee

1900 Grand Ave
3 minute drive / 1.23 miles away

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 2.45 miles away

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
6 minute drive / 3.08 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
4 minute drive / 2.05 miles away

Military Bases

Camp Dodge

19 minute drive / 8.87 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

13th St. and Grand Ave
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
4 minute drive / 2.03 miles away

Greenwood Park

4500 Grande Ave
6 minute drive / 3.09 miles away

The Fleming Building has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Greenwood Park, James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, and Great Western Trail.

Shopping Centers

The Kaleidoscope At The Hub

555 Walnut St
1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away

MacVilay Plaza

1130 E 9th St
2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

City View Properties

1251 University Ave
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

The Fleming Building has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Downtown Farmers Market

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $695
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Downtown Des Moines

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $650
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Cheatom Park

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $560
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $921$560$2,146
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,116$547$3,128
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,235$648$4,000
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,569$685$3,209
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,418$655$10,000+

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