Apartments for Rent in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (230 Rentals)

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Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with young children, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Des Moines, this area has now become known as one of our favorite communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the finest school districts available.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and outdoor amenities? this neighborhood is providing fantastic access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Martin Luther King Jr. Park ranks as one of the best upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, views, access to parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog and cat owners, listen up! this part of Des Moines ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Martin Luther King Jr. Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 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 Martin Luther King Jr. Park

How much are Studio apartments in Martin Luther King Jr. Park?

There are currently 68 Studio Apartments in Martin Luther King Jr. Park with rent ranges from $450 to $1,749 with an average price of $1,072.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Martin Luther King Jr. Park Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Martin Luther King Jr. Park ranges from $597 to $17,160 with an average monthly rent of $1,426.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Martin Luther King Jr. Park cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Martin Luther King Jr. Park range from $647 to $13,710. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,730.

How expensive are Martin Luther King Jr. Park Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 30 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Martin Luther King Jr. Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $870 to $3,320 - averaging $2,096 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.