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

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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 Bedrooms
  • $815-$845 Pricing
  • 475–525 Square Feet

Rent Specials

1/2 off 2nd month's rent with 12 month lease~~Sign a 12 month lease and get 1/2 of your 2nd month on us

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

  • 3 Fast Elevators
  • bike storage
  • Cityscape Views
  • Controlled Entries
  • Corner Unit
  • Dryer
  • Easy Trash Chute on Every Floor
  • Free Bike Storage
  • Full Bathroom
  • Gigabit Internet
  • Heart of downtown
  • 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
  • Washer
  • Washer and Drier in unit

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

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

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Fleming Building offers Studio apartments starting from $815 and having 475–525 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      #2 - Studio

      $815

      Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $815Available Now302475$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

      #8 - Studio

      $845

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

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
      $845Available Now1108525$400
      $845 September 14, 2026508525$400

      Model Amenities and Features

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Controlled Entries
      • Full Bathroom
      • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
      • Skywalk Access

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $845

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Unit 1108 Amenities and Features

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Controlled Entries
      • Full Bathroom
      • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
      • Skywalk Access

      Unit 1108 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $845

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $845

      Unit 508 Amenities and Features

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Controlled Entries
      • Full Bathroom
      • No Cost Common Area Laundry Room
      • Skywalk Access

      Unit 508 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $845

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $845

      #3 - Studio

      $815

      Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ft
      Available Sep 11

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
      $815 September 11, 20261003475$400
      $815 September 11, 2026503475$400

      Model 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

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $815

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Unit 1003 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 1003 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $815

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $815

      Unit 503 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 503 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $815

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $815
    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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    Property Information

    • 96 Units
    • 11 Stories
    • Built in 1909

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo
    • Short Term Lease Options

    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.

    Ask About Our Fees

    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Due at Application
    Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.$600.00
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$40.00

    Other Fees and Policies

    Pet Fees

    Cat
    Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged per Pet.$0.00
    One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$200.00
    Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$30.00/mo
    30 lbs. Weight Limit
    Comments:

    Max of 2. Up to 2 pets per apartment home.

    Dog
    Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged per Pet.$0.00
    One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$200.00
    Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$30.00/mo
    30 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:

    Breed Restrictions- please call for more details

    Comments:

    Max of 2.

    Parking Fees

    Garage
    Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$130.00/mo
    Comments:

    Emc garage nearby.

    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

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

    Community Features

    • Corporate Housing
    • 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

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

    Living Area Features

    • Tile Floors
    Google Map

    Map

    218 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Getting Around

    • 80 / 100 Very Walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

    • 80 / 100 Strong public transit

      Near rapid transit and frequent bus lines

    • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

      Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 90 / 100 Restaurants

      Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 90 / 100 Cafes

      Exceptional 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

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    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 at The Fleming Building currently start from $815. Call today for more info!

    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: 1/2 off 2nd month's rent with 12 month lease~~Sign a 12 month lease and get 1/2 of your 2nd month on us.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.0

      The The Fleming Building Apartments are 17.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Des Moines area, and 16.3% 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$990-$175-17.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$815$974-$159-16.3%

      Methodology: On 08/25/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 95 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Fleming Building (Downtown Des Moines), and 480 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 08/25/2026

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    5.0
    2 Renters Reviews

    Fleming building

    June 26, 2024 - Review from Apartments.com
    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

    Awesome place to live

    February 11, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
    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.

    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 / 0.2 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 Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 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 Zone5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away
    4/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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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

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    Downtown Des Moines

    Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $630
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    Cheatom Park

    Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $480
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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Des Moines Studio Apartments $974$480$2,400
    Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,187$480$5,879
    Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,322$643$4,055
    Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,717$655$2,859
    Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,340$530$2,300

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