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A5 - Income Restricted
$925
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 668 Sq. Ft.
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A-212
$925
668 Sq. Ft.
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A2 - Market Rate
$917
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 653 Sq. Ft.
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E-309
$917
653 Sq. Ft.
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A4 - 60 - Income Restricted
$940
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 661 Sq. Ft.
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G-306
$940
661 Sq. Ft.
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A6 - 60 - Income Restricted
$940
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 668 Sq. Ft.
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G-312
$940
668 Sq. Ft.
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B6 - Income Restricted
$1,107
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 958 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 7
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A-306
$1,107
958 Sq. Ft.
9/7/26
B2 - 40 - Income Restricted
$813
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 927 Sq. Ft.
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F-105
$813
927 Sq. Ft.
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B2 - 60 - Income Restricted
$813
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 927 Sq. Ft.
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F-205
$813
927 Sq. Ft.
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B7 - 60 - Income Restricted
$1,100
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 958 Sq. Ft.
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H-204
$1,100
958 Sq. Ft.
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C3 - 60 - Income Restricted
$1,400
3 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,285 Sq. Ft.
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D-308
$1,400
1,285 Sq. Ft.
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D-307
$1,400
1,285 Sq. Ft.
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C2 - Income Restricted
$1,375
3 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,154 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 20
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B-201
$1,375
1,154 Sq. Ft.
8/20/26
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C1 - 60 - Income Restricted
$1,400
3 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,115 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 21
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I-301
$1,400
1,115 Sq. Ft.
9/21/26
New
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.
How To Qualify
Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.
1 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
Annual Income
47460
2 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
Annual Income
54240
3 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
Annual Income
61020
4 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
Annual Income
67800
5 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
Annual Income
73260
6 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
Annual Income
78660
Details
Lease Term Options
12 mo
Property Information
Built in 2010
290 units / 3 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$35
Surface Lot
Parking Fee
N/A
Comments
Max of 1. Parking Available
Dogs
Dog Fee
$425
Dog Rent
$60 / mo
Restrictions
None
Comments
Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
Cats
Cat Fee
$425
Cat Rent
$60 / mo
Restrictions
None
Comments
Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
Discover your next home at Melbourne Apartments in Des Moines, IA. With a variety of apartment options—including traditional apartment homes, affordable apartment homes, and a dedicated 55+ living community—Melbourne makes it easy to find a home that fits your needs. Our pet-friendly community offers comfortable living in a convenient South Des Moines location with a variety of floor plans to choose from. Your new home at Melbourne is only a short distance from
Downtown Des Moines, with Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Park, and Southdale
Shopping Center only a few easy minutes away. Locat4ed at
5515 SE 14th, with quick access to US-69 and IA-5, you'll enjoy an easy commute to Southridge Square, Southridge Mall, DMACC
Southridge Campus, McCombs Middle School, and more. Come see everything Melbourne has to offer and schedule your tour today!
3 Business Centers
3 Fitness Centers
All Electric Appliances
Children's Play Area
Children's Play Area with Splash Pad
Clubhouse with Community Room
Community Room
Contemporary Finishes
Dishwasher and Disposal
Full Appliances
Grilling Patio
Hardwood Floor
In-Home Washer and Dryer
Kitchen Islands
Microwave & Dishwasher
Near Shopping and Schools
Online Payments Available
Patios/Balconies
Pet-friendly
Picnic Area with Grills
Private Balcony
Property Manager On-Site
Spacious Closets
Splash Pad
Washer and Dryer In-Unit
Water, Sewer and Trash Included
Wood Laminate Flooring
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Cable Ready
Carpet
Dining Room
Dishwasher
Disposal
Hardwood Floors
Heating
High Speed Internet Access
Island Kitchen
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Patio
Range
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
Sprinkler System
Tub/Shower
Vinyl Flooring
Walk-In Closets
Washer/Dryer
Window Coverings
Community Features
Business Center
Clubhouse
Fitness Center
Grill
Maintenance on site
Multi Use Room
Picnic Area
Playground
Property Manager on Site
Public Transportation
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable40 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable40 / 100
Scores provided by
Soundscore ™
Active72 / 100
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HowLoud
Transit
Airport
Des Moines International
11 min Drive
Moving to Easter Lake Area, Des Moines, IA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Melbourne proximity to Stoney Pointe Plaza, Southdale Retail Center, and Southdale Shopping Center. Stoney Pointe Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Southdale Retail Center is within a 6 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Melbourne are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Ewing Park, Fort Des Moines Park, and Blank Park Zoo.
Airports
Living in Easter Lake Area provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 10 minutes from Melbourne.
Property Details
Discover your next home at Melbourne Apartments in Des Moines, IA. With a variety of apartment options—including traditional apartment homes, affordable apartment homes, and a dedicated 55+ living community—Melbourne makes it easy to find a home that... fits your needs. Our pet-friendly community offers comfortable living in a convenient South Des Moines location with a variety of floor plans to choose from. Your new home at Melbourne is only a short distance from Downtown Des Moines, with Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Park, and Southdale Shopping Center only a few easy minutes away. Locat4ed at 5515 SE 14th, with quick access to US-69 and IA-5, you'll enjoy an easy commute to Southridge Square, Southridge Mall, DMACC Southridge Campus, McCombs Middle School, and more. Come see everything Melbourne has to offer and schedule your tour today!
Discover your next home at Melbourne Apartments in Des Moines, IA. With a variety of apartment options—including traditional apartment homes, affordable apartment homes, and a dedicated 55+ living community—Melbourne makes it easy to find a home that fits your needs. Our pet-friendly community offers comfortable living in a convenient South Des Moines location with a variety of floor plans to choose from. Your new home at Melbourne is only a short distance from Downtown Des Moines, with Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Park, and Southdale Shopping Center only a few easy minutes away. Locat4ed at 5515 SE 14th, with quick access to US-69 and IA-5, you'll enjoy an easy commute to Southridge Square, Southridge Mall, DMACC Southridge Campus, McCombs Middle School, and more. Come see everything Melbourne has to offer and schedule your tour today!
Melbourne is located in Des Moines, IA in the 50320 zip code.
Contact
Property Address: 5515 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320
I moved in when they were brand new and have lived here for 10+ years. The staff is amazing in the office. The maintenance gets stuff done fast. The apartments are spacious and have lots of room and storage. I love that they have washer and dryer. I don’t have to go far to get the things I need several stores close by. The apartments are cleaned outside everyday. Very nice apartments!!
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4/15/23
Income Restricted, but they don't tell you that until you try to tour
Nowhere on the website, listing here, or in any of their email conversations do they tell you it's income restricted housing only. They wait until you have scheduled a tour and have taken the time to go there before asking you how much you make, and telling you you don't qualify. It was a waste of time to consider it.
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2/17/22
Renting apartment. -10 they don't deserve anything if they were negatives they deserve negatives I would never rent here don't do it
I wouldn't rent there the rent's too high their management is rude your maintenance people don't know how to fix things I don't even think their license to fix things there's bugs I wouldn't want my I wouldn't let my dog or my worst enemy live there do not rent for them it's the worst place to live in Des Moines Iowa
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10/20/18
Worst place to live
DONT RENT HERE!!!! You have high rent for what you have to deal with .people are rude always fighting and screaming in the parking lot .people hitting your car or door dinging they have no respect here . It’s all section 8 of course people don’t care bc they don’t have to pay for anything . If you want peace and quite this isn’t the place to go always something going on . If you go to the office they say they will handle it ha ha they don’t care . Cameras don’t work so how it is safe place .... Will say my apartment was really nice with the washer and dryer but isn’t worth it if you can’t get any sleep .
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7/31/15
Nicest On the South Side
I have been at Melbourne Apartments going on 5 years. The location is ideal for shopping and local restaurants. There is a beautiful skyline out-looking my apartment and I love having my own deck to sit outside and relax on. I enjoy that full appliances are included and the modern look of the interior is very luxurious and welcoming. The management is attentive and has recently taken steps to get more community involvement within our apartment complex. I think it is a very good place to live... with some room for improvement such as keeping the grounds clean and enforcing the no smoking rules because a lot of people commune in the hallways/ entryways to smoke and I have filed several complaints to management with no avail.