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7201 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-6499
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The Ridges

7201 SE 5th St
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-6499
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $735-$940Pricing
  • 415–875Square Feet

Rent Specials

For a limited time receive up to ONE MONTH FREE on select apartments when you sign a 15+ month lease now through 9/30/25. Terms and conditions apply.

Ask Us About Our Specials

About The Ridges

The Ridges Your search for the perfect home ends at The Ridges. Our Des Moines apartments are filled with appealing amenities, inviting interiors, and vibrant leisure spaces that create a true sense of belonging. Come experience the warmth and comfort that await you at The Ridges! Experience tranquil, carefree living in a prime location. Situated off I-69 and Army Post Road, youre just minutes from downtown Des Moines, where youll discover a wealth of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Dive into the local culinary scene, indulge in some retail therapy, or get your adrenaline pumping at nearby attractions like Southridge Mall, Blank Park Zoo, and Skate South. Were also conveniently located near several schools and employers, including McCombs Middle School, Studebaker Elementary School, and A.H. Blank Golf Course.

The Ridges is located in the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood and 50315 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Indigo Living

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Bike/jogging trails
  • Carpet & Vinyl Flooring
  • Central air and heat
  • Dishwasher in-unit
  • Final Utility Billing Fee
  • FREE Surface Level Parking
  • Monthly Utility Fee
  • Online Payments Available
  • pet-friendly
  • Private Balcony/Patios
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Trash Fee

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Ridges offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $735 and having 415–875 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    S1 - Renovated

    $735

    Studio, 1 Bath, 415 sq ft
    Available Oct 28

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $735 October 28, 20257209-69415

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Unit 7209-69 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $735

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $735

    S1 - Classic

    Studio, 1 Bath, 415 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityS1 - Classic415 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    Show Unavailable Floorplans

  • 1 Bedroom

    A1 - Deluxe

    $820

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 624 sq ft
    Available Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $820Available Now7201-25624

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Unit 7201-25 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $820

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $820

    A1 - Classic

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 624 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityA1 - Classic624 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    A1 - Renovated

    $775

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 624 sq ft
    Available Oct 7
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $775 October 7, 20257205-56624

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Unit 7205-56 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $775

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $775
    Show Unavailable Floorplans

  • 2 Bedrooms

    B1 - Renovated

    From $865

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 875 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $875Available Now7205-40875
    $865Available Now7209-72875

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $865 - $875

    Unit 7205-40 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $875

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $865 - $875

    Unit 7209-72 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $865

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $865 - $875

    B1 - Deluxe

    From $930

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 875 sq ft
    Available Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $940Available Now7201-21875
    $940 October 7, 20257201-12875
    $930 November 10, 20257201-31875

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $930 - $940

    Unit 7201-21 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $940

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $930 - $940

    Unit 7201-12 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $940

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $930 - $940

    Unit 7201-31 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $930

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $930 - $940

    B1 - Classic

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 875 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Photos

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityB1 - Classic875 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
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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1BR, 1BA - 625SF
2BR, 1BA - 845SF
2BR, 1BA - 875 SF
1BR, 1BA - 624 SF
1BR, 1BA - 624 SF

Property Information

Fees and Policies

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

Required Fees

Utilities & Essentials

High Speed Internet AccessiMonthly Internet Fee $65$65
Pest Control$8
Monthly Utility FeeiMonthly Utility Fee $7.45$8
Trash FeeiMonthly Trash Fee $17$17

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Administrative Fee$285
Application Fee Per Applicant$65
Final Utility Billing FeeiFinal Utility Billing Fee $24.95$25

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $60 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $425 Fee

Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered | Restrictions: None

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $60 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $425 Fee

Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered | Restrictions: None

Parking Info and Fees

Garage Parking
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Features and Amenities

Recreation and Fitness

  • Walking/Biking Trails

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
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7201 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(515) 461-6499
Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–4:00 pm
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

14 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few 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 Ridges

Where is The Ridges located?

The Ridges is located at 7201 SE 5th St near the Outer SE Des Moines S area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at The Ridges?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Ridges currently range from $735 to $940

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Ridges are
  • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • 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 Ridges is: For a limited time receive up to ONE MONTH FREE on select apartments when you sign a 15+ month lease now through 9/30/25. Terms and conditions apply..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Ridges Apartments are 32.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Outer SE Des Moines S area, and 26.37% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$735$1,245-$510-41.0%
    1 Bedroom$775$1,142-$367-32.1%
    2 Bedroom$865$1,130-$265-23.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$735$905-$170-18.8%
    1 Bedroom$775$1,116-$341-30.6%
    2 Bedroom$865$1,231-$366-29.7%

    Methodology: On 10/03/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 240 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Ridges (Outer SE Des Moines S), and 1612 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 10/03/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.0
5 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.

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  • Can't Believe the Quality!

    June 23, 2025
    For an older apartment community such as this one I didn't expect the interiors to be so nice! The new owners have done well in renewing and refreshing the interior. I know from relatives that have lived here in the past there used to just be old dingy carpet and worn out appliances in the apartments, but they livened the place up with hard wood floors throughout the space! Not to mention the brand new appliances in the kitchen, all stainless steel! The man in the office I believe his name was ...
    Caleb was a great help in the application process too. Can't recommend it enough! I must say the pictures on this site really do need updated though.
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  • Don’t rent here

    October 22, 2024
    We’ve been having an issue for months about the bathtub. Our water keeps leaking from the faucet of the bathtub, which makes our water bill go up, and our water isn’t even coming out of our shower head anymore. I have made many reports for maintenance and even messaged the property for assistance on fixing this issue and we never get anyone to come out to have it fixed. I have tried multiple times and have even called and there has still been no fix.

    • Property Manager Responded

      January 9, 2025
      Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your ongoing issue. If you're still experiencing problems, please submit another maintenance request through the resident portal and reach out to our team. We'd be happy to prioritize sending someone out right away!

    • Property Manager Responded

      January 9, 2025
      Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your ongoing issue. If you're still experiencing problems, please submit another maintenance request through the resident portal and reach out to our team. We'd be happy to prioritize sending someone out right away!
    Review from Apartments.com

  • Not worth it

    January 30, 2024
    Long story short - DO NOT RENT here. What we have here living now: - mold spots - mold spot was found under the window in the bedroom. They covered it with some paint,but it didn't help. - wet spots and holes in the ceiling - almost half of our bedroom ceiling was wet and covered with small drops. In the living room a hole was found, the drops were falling from the ceiling like we live near the waterfall. Of course they can do nothing and doing everything right as the property manager said. They ...
    cannot compensate us for having this issue and inability to use a large part of the apartment we paid for, and if we have any damage we were advised to use our insurance and it is completely not their problem. Fun fact: rent payments have nothing to do with our apartment usage! Like we're paying for something other than the apartment. - roaches - we don't have so much, but it is enough. We find up to 5 every week, some of them are pregnant or were recenly, so it's never ending circle. And we definitely pay for pest control. Looks like their efforts are useless. - no manager on site since when ??? - as I mentioned we're renting since May 2023, and the manager is never there. You need to call or make an appointment for the manager to come to the leasing office in the main building, or go to another fancy community where she is sitting. - additional security deposit - may be not so relevant for the most of people living in the States, but I have to mention it - they charged us a double deposit when I moved in in December as I don't have a history in the US. I know enough families where husband or wife joined to the lease later than the spouse, no one ever asked for additional deposit. Considering all the problems we have, I just find it ridiculous. They think I'll break something, but the fact is I don't have to do anything, everything is already bad here. - cheap paint - I don't know what type of paint they do use, but it looks cheap and has stains, mostly in the bathroom - the faucet and shower head don't fit on the wall in the bathroom - don't have a shut-off valve to block cold water in the unit - they said they cannot replace the valve as in this case they need to shut off the whole building - windows are always with condensation - no matter if were have heat on of off, its cold or hot outside - trashy surrounding - can be anything, even dirty diapers. - dirty laundry at 7201, it is almost always with somebody's poo-p in the washer, dryer or on the floor.

    • Property Manager Responded

      July 12, 2024
      We apologize for your ongoing experience. We have sent our contractor and team to repair your leak when this issue came up and we hope you had the solution you desired. We've also worked with our pest control vendor to address what you've reported. We would appreciate it if you reached out to our office to discuss your review and the matters within it.
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  • Unprofessional

    October 27, 2022
    This “manager” wasted my time twice and no showed on TWO different scheduled tour appointments. Haven’t even lived here and was already greeted with heinous customer service and unorganized management staff. No one even bothered to reach out stating they were going to be late/no show. 0/5 stars.
    Review from Apartments.com

  • Nice, Small Community

    February 10, 2022
    I have lived at The Ridges for many years and have enjoyed it. However, in June of 2021 new management took over and while there are some "growing pains", they really are making this a great place live. The property manager, Shelby, is very knowledge and attentive to all the residents. It has made a big difference having a responsive manager in the office as well. Even if she is out of the office, she ensures we have a way to contact her if we need something. I would definitely recommend The ...
    Ridges. It's a nice, small community close enough to everything but far enough from things for it to be quite.
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Nearby Schools

McCombs Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
201 County Line Road
Public School - Grades 6-8 (654 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
4/10

Lincoln High School

Des Moines Independent Community
2600 Southwest 9th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2403 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
1/10

Studebaker Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community
300 E County Line Rd
Public School - Grades K-5 (523 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Ridges.

Big Box and Retail

Target

1111 E Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
2 minute drive / 0.91 miles away

Autozone

1123 Army Post Rd
3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
11 minute drive / 5.51 miles away

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
13 minute drive / 6.16 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
14 minute drive / 6.95 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee

1107 E Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 2.57 miles away

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
15 minute drive / 7.07 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
10 minute drive / 5.03 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
11 minute drive / 5.56 miles away

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
14 minute drive / 6.76 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Great Western Trail

7200 Southeast 5th Street
1 minute drive / 0.18 miles away

James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

2600 Hartford Avenue
7 minute drive / 3.68 miles away

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
7 minute drive / 3.71 miles away

The Ridges has 5 parks within 5.7 miles, including Great Western Trail, James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Gray's Lake , Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greenwood Park.

Shopping Centers

SouthRidge Mall

1111 E Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Stefon Plaza

200 Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

Army Post Square

500-520 Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

The Ridges has 5 shopping centers within 0.8 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $905$560$2,024
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,116$547$3,423
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,231$648$4,000
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,575$736$3,103
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,200$700$10,000+

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