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  17. Rent Special
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    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $380+
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $825+

    3721 Cottage Grove Ave

    3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
  21. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,150+
    4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,300+

    1171 21st St

    1171 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311
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Des Moines at a Glance

Average Rent

$991
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School Rating

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Schools in Des Moines
31

Some Transit

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Transportation in Des Moines
45

Somewhat Bikeable

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Renting in Des Moines

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Getting Around Des Moines

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53

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
45

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
31

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Roosevelt High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
Students
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Saydel High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
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East High School

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Grades 9-12
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North High School

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Grades 9-12
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Hoover High School

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Grades 9-12
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Merrill Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
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Mccombs Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
Students
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Callanan Middle School

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
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Downtown School

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5
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Hanawalt Elementary

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Grades K-5
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Carver Elementary

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Grades K-5
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