The Scott at East Village Apartments
700 E 5th St
Des Moines, IA 50309
- Units Available
- 30 Units Available
- Price
- Starting at $826
Last updated February 17 2026 at 7:16 AM
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1440 Locust
Property highlights
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Des Moines, 1440 Locust offers unparalleled access to vibrant urban life with shopping, dining, and entertainment just steps away. Renowned for its modern amenities like the well-appointed gym and communal spaces, this property ensures a lifestyle of convenience and comfort. Residents commend the swift, friendly management team that enhances the living experience. The pet-friendly policy includes both cats and dogs, welcoming furry companions to the community. Proximity to an abundance of parks, schools, and transport options further highlights its appeal, making it a coveted address in a popular neighborhood.
- 6 units available
- 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 1440 Locust Street, Des Moines IA 50309, Downtown Des Moines
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage + more
- Price range
- $1,025 - $1,650 per month
- Commute
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Price and Availability
1440 Locust apartments start at $1,025/month. There are 6 available apartments priced from $1,025 to $1,650. Prices were last verified by 1440 Locust
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Amenities
- In Unit Laundry
- Hardwood Floors
- Dishwasher
- Pet Friendly
- 24hr Maintenance
- Garage
Unit Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood Floors
- In Unit Laundry
- Bathtub
- Ceiling Fan
- Extra Storage
- Garbage Disposal
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke-Free Units
- Carpet
- Ice Maker
Property Amenities
- 24hr Gym
- Parking
- Garage
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
- Accessible
- Elevator
- Pet Friendly
- 24hr Maintenance
- Bike Storage
- Business Center
- E-Payments
- Key Fob Access
- Media Room
- Online Portal
- Shuffle Board
- Smoke-Free Community
- Accepts Section 8
Welcome to 1440 Locust, a residential community featuring one and two bedroom apartments in Des Moines, IA. Spacious layouts and amenities welcome you home, along with exceptional service and an ideal location within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment options. Are you looking for an apartment for rent in Des Moines, IA? Contact our friendly, professional office staff to schedule a tour today.
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
- Pets allowed
- Birds, cats, dogs, fish, lizards
- rent
- $35/Month
- limit
- 2
- fee
- $350/$500 Nonrefundable Pet Privilege Fee
Garage lot, assigned: $125/month. Garage lot, assigned: $125/month.
Explore the Area
- Gateway Market0.5 mi
- Hy-Vee0.7 mi
- Graziano Brothers1.3 mi
- Plaza Food Market1.3 mi
- Hilal Groceries1.3 mi
- Django0.1 mi
- Horizon Line Coffee0.1 mi
- The Walnut0.1 mi
- Americana0.1 mi
- The Gas Lamp0.1 mi
- Locust St & 15th St (Far-Side)0.1 mi
- Grand Ave & 14th St0.1 mi
- Locust St & 13th St0.1 mi
- Grand Ave & 16th St0.1 mi
- Ingersoll Ave & 15th St0.1 mi
- Des Moines International Airport3.9 mi
- Ankeny Regional Airport8.1 mi
- Hobbes Field9.6 mi
- De Louis Field10.9 mi
- Tuinstra Airfield11.5 mi
- 0.3 miDowntown School — Public, K-6, 271 students, 0.3 miles away,GreatSchools rating 8 out of 10.
- 0.4 miWalnut Street School — Public, PK-5, 307 students, 0.4 miles away,GreatSchools rating 2 out of 10.
- 0.7 miEdmunds Fine Arts Academy — Public, PK-5, 312 students, 0.7 miles away,GreatSchools rating 4 out of 10.
- 1.1 miRuby Van Meter School — Public, 6-12, 135 students, 1.1 miles away,GreatSchools rating 1 out of 10.
- 1.2 miCallanan Middle School — Public, 6-8, 603 students, 1.2 miles away,GreatSchools rating 3 out of 10.
- Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
- Lua Brewing0.2 mi
- Des Moines Central Public Library0.3 mi
- Temple Theater0.3 mi
- Hoyt Sherman Place0.3 mi
- Robert Mickle Center0.4 mi
- Ingersoll Square Dog Park0.4 mi
- Smitten Kitten1.0 mi
- Ingersoll Animal Hospital1.2 mi
- Jett and Monkey's1.2 mi
- Starch Pet Hospital1.3 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 77 — Very Walkable, with shops and services easily within reach.Transit Score: 57 — Offers reasonable public transit options nearby.Public Transit Access
The Downtown Des Moines area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 24 nearby routes: 24 bus, 0 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Locust St & 15th St (Far-Side) (~0.02 mi)
- Grand Ave & 14th St (~0.1 mi)
- Locust St & 13th St (~0.12 mi)
- Grand Ave & 16th St (~0.13 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1440 Locust has 6 units available starting at $1,025 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Des Moines, IA, the average rent is $972 for a studio, $1,226 for a 1-bedroom, $1,357 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,586 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Des Moines, IA, check out our monthly Des Moines, IA Rent Report.
Some of 1440 Locust's amenities include in unit laundry, hardwood floors, and dishwasher. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
1440 Locust is not currently offering any rent specials.
Yes, 1440 Locust is pet-friendly.
Yes, 1440 Locust offers parking.
Yes, 1440 Locust offers units with in unit laundry.
No, 1440 Locust does not have a pool.
Yes, 1440 Locust has accessible units.
Yes, 1440 Locust has units with dishwashers.