Bancroft · Apartments for Rent

Enjoy city convenience without living in the middle of the noise at 618 Bancroft St. This 1-bed / 1-bath apartment sits in a quiet residential pocket just south of the river, about a mile from downtown, while still being close to Des Moines’ best outdoor amenities. You’re an easy walk to Gray's Lake Park (about 0.8 miles / under 15 minutes) and less than 5 minutes to McRae Park, with trails, parks, and lake access right nearby. The unit features an exterior entrance for easy move-in/out, shared laundry, and off-street parking available. Heat is electric. Best of all, utilities are handled by the landlord; no need to transfer electric, water, sewer, gas, etc. into your name; everything is paid through the tenant portal for a seamless move-in. Enjoy your own patio plus a shared backyard/community space for relaxing, hanging out, or light recreation. Screening notes: Applicants with felonies or evictions will not be considered. Bad credit may be acceptable with good income. No application fee; $39 third-party background check. The unit features an exterior entrance for easy move-in/out, shared laundry, and off-street parking available. Heat is electric. Best of all, utilities are handled by the landlord, no need to transfer electric, water, sewer, gas, etc. into your name, everything is paid through the tenant portal for a seamless move-in. Enjoy your own patio plus a shared backyard/community space for relaxing, hanging out, or light recreation. Screening notes: No felonies or evictions considered. Bad credit may be acceptable with strong income. No application fee; $39 third-party background check.