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5103 Hickman Rd

(515) 480-8574
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Des Moines, IA 50310

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5103 Hickman Rd

Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 480-8574
5103 Hickman Rd in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
2 Bedroom - Townhome for Rent
  • 2BR, 1.5BA Townhome
  • $1,500 Pricing
  • 1,648 Square Feet
  • 10-27-2026 Availability

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About 5103 Hickman Rd

Great floor plan with large bedrooms. One bedroom 12' x 15' the other roughly 11' x15'. Bedrooms easily fit a king bed or two queen beds. MBR has walk in closet. Approximately 1,648 square feet total (excluding 200 square feet of deck). 576 sf upper level, 536 sf main level and 536 sf in the basement (no finish in basement). Generous garage space is available for an additional monthly fee. Option for one stall garage ($100/mo) or up to two stall garage available with service door ($250/mo). Our two car 24'x28' garage measures 672 square feet which is roughly 50% larger than commonly built two car garages that measure 21'x21' or 441 sf). Central air cooling and gas forced air furnace. Appliances include fridge, built in microwave, range, dishwasher and full size washer and dryer. Kitchen appliances are stainless steel. Bedrooms have ceiling fans. Medicine cabinets in all bathrooms, dedicated pantry cabinet in kitchen. Enjoy the outdoors with the north facing 10' x 18' deck accessed from the sliding door off the kitchen. Privacy fence separates you from the adjacent unit. Deck is shaded by the duplex to the south and large trees to the west. View virtual tour of an adjacent unit here: Tenant responsible for all utilities and internet. Landlord provides lawn service and parking area snow removal but tenant is responsible for scooping their own sidewalk from the driveway to the deck/porch and steps. No smoking or vaping inside or outside. Minimum 620 FICO, household gross income must be 3x rent. We check background and references. $30 application fee 18 and over. No pets. Cat may be considered with non-refundable $200 pet fee and $25 per month pet rent per cat, maximum two cats. Centrally located on the west side of Des Moines at the intersection of Hickman Road and 51st Street.

5103 Hickman Rd is located in the Merle Hay Neighborhood and 50310 Zip code of Des Moines, IA.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • detached garage
  • dryer
  • gas forced air furnace
  • lawn and snow included
  • None - tenant responsible for all utilities
  • washer
  • Washer dryer in unit

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Lease Terms

  • 12

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Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • detached garage
  • dryer
  • gas forced air furnace
  • lawn and snow included
  • None - tenant responsible for all utilities
  • washer
  • Washer dryer in unit

Interior Features

  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
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5103 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Getting Around

  • 50 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

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

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 60 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 50 / 100 Noise Level

    Some sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about 5103 Hickman Rd

What type of rental is available at 5103 Hickman Rd?

There is currently a 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhome for rent with 1,648 sq ft listed at 5103 Hickman Rd. It is Available October 27, 2026.

How much is the rent at 5103 Hickman Rd?

The rental at 5103 Hickman Rd is currently listed at $1,500.

What area of town is 5103 Hickman Rd located in?

Located in the Merle Hay Neighborhood, 5103 Hickman Rd is in the 50310 Zip Code of Des Moines, IA.

Nearby Schools

Hoover High School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
4800 Northwest Aurora Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (874 Students)
3/10

Hillis Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
2401 56th Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (309 Students)
1/10

Meredith Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
4827 Madison Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (626 Students)
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5103 Hickman Rd.

Big Box and Retail

Staples

3800 Merle Hay Rd
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

Petco

7333 Buffalo Rd
4 minute drive / 2.17 miles away

Walgreens

1660 22nd St
6 minute drive / 2.86 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
4 minute drive / 2.15 miles away

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
7 minute drive / 3.51 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
9 minute drive / 4.59 miles away

Groceries

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away

Natural Grocers

8650 Hickman Rd
5 minute drive / 2.46 miles away

Hy-Vee

1900 Grand Ave
7 minute drive / 3.47 miles away

Hospitals

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
5 minute drive / 2.55 miles away

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
7 minute drive / 3.56 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
7 minute drive / 3.58 miles away

Military Bases

Camp Dodge

12 minute drive / 5.67 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Greenwood Park

4500 Grande Ave
5 minute drive / 2.55 miles away

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

13th St. and Grand Ave
7 minute drive / 3.72 miles away

Holiday Aquatic Center

1701 Railroad Ave
8 minute drive / 4.02 miles away

5103 Hickman Rd has 5 parks within 7.4 miles, including Greenwood Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Holiday Aquatic Center , Gray's Lake , and James W. Cownie Soccer Complex.

Shopping Centers

Mc Neal Shopping Center

3009 Merle Hay Rd
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

McNeal Plaza

3015-3107 Merle Hay Rd
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Boston Commons

3100-3116 Merle Hay Rd
1 minute drive / 0.46 miles away

5103 Hickman Rd has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

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