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Pricing and Floor Plans
* 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
60%
$48,900
2 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
60%
$55,920
3 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
60%
$62,880
4 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
60%
$69,840
5 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
60%
$75,480
6 Person Household
% AMI
Income Limit
60%
$81,060
Details
Lease Term Options
12 mo
Property Information
Built in 2025
216 units / 2 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
$17
Other
Dogs
Pet Deposit
$150
Monthly Pet Fee
$25 / mo
Cats
Pet Deposit
$150
Monthly Pet Fee
$25 / mo
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
Des Moines Newest Affordable Housing Community
Welcome to Union at Rivers Edge, Des Moines Affordable Housing Apartments! Located in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, our affordable housing community offers the perfect combination of style and convenience. Situated just minutes away from Jackson Street Bridge and Iowa Events Center, you'll be able to enjoy the best of city living with everything the area has to offer.
A Social Community
At Union at Rivers Edge Apartments, we provide spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans with amazing amenities such as in-unit washer and dryers, spacious closets, and a new fitness center. In addition, our incredible amenities boast a perk of apartment living for our residents including a business center, a new fitness center with modern equipment, and an outdoor playground and picnic area.
Our convenient location allows residents to enjoy all that Des Moines has to offer. From shopping, dining and entertainment to its beautiful parks and museums, there is something here for everyone. We invite you to schedule a tour and visit Union at Rivers Edge Apartments today. Our professional on-site leasing team looks forward to showing you all that our beautiful community has to offer.
Air-Conditioner
Bike Racks
Community Center
Community Terrace
Dog Walking Area
In Unit Washer and Dryer
Parking
Patio or Balcony
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Dishwasher
Freezer
Heating
Instant Hot Water
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Patio
Range
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
Tub/Shower
Washer/Dryer
Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Wi-Fi
Community Features
Business Center
Clubhouse
Dog Park
Fitness Center
Income Restricted
Maintenance on site
Picnic Area
Playground
Property Manager on Site
Roof Terrace
Utilities Included
Walking/Biking Trails
Wheelchair Accessible
Wi-Fi
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Some public transit40 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100
Scores provided by
Soundscore ™
Active74 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
Transit
Airport
Des Moines International
12 min Drive
Moving to McKinley School-Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Union at Rivers Edge are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Columbus Park, Science Center of Iowa, and Mac Rae Park.
Airports
Living in McKinley School-Columbus Park provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 11 minutes from Union at Rivers Edge.
Property Details
Des Moines Newest Affordable Housing Community
Welcome to Union at Rivers Edge, Des Moines Affordable Housing Apartments! Located in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, our affordable housing community offers the perfect combination of style and... convenience. Situated just minutes away from Jackson Street Bridge and Iowa Events Center, you'll be able to enjoy the best of city living with everything the area has to offer.
A Social Community
At Union at Rivers Edge Apartments, we provide spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans with amazing amenities such as in-unit washer and dryers, spacious closets, and a new fitness center. In addition, our incredible amenities boast a perk of apartment living for our residents including a business center, a new fitness center with modern equipment, and an outdoor playground and picnic area.
Our convenient location allows residents to enjoy all that Des Moines has to offer. From shopping, dining and entertainment to its beautiful parks and museums, there is something here for everyone. We invite you to schedule a tour and visit Union at Rivers Edge Apartments today. Our professional on-site leasing team looks forward to showing you all that our beautiful community has to offer.
Des Moines Newest Affordable Housing Community
Welcome to Union at Rivers Edge, Des Moines Affordable Housing Apartments! Located in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, our affordable housing community offers the perfect combination of style and convenience. Situated just minutes away from Jackson Street Bridge and Iowa Events Center, you'll be able to enjoy the best of city living with everything the area has to offer.
A Social Community
At Union at Rivers Edge Apartments, we provide spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans with amazing amenities such as in-unit washer and dryers, spacious closets, and a new fitness center. In addition, our incredible amenities boast a perk of apartment living for our residents including a business center, a new fitness center with modern equipment, and an outdoor playground and picnic area.
Our convenient location allows residents to enjoy all that Des Moines has to offer. From shopping, dining and entertainment to its beautiful parks and museums, there is something here for everyone. We invite you to schedule a tour and visit Union at Rivers Edge Apartments today. Our professional on-site leasing team looks forward to showing you all that our beautiful community has to offer.
Union at Rivers Edge is located in Des Moines, IA in the 50315 zip code.
Contact
Property Address: 1600 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
If you’re trying to move in get ready for a headache
I’ve been in contact with three different people at the office to get me to apply they were attentive but I contacted them at the beginning of the week and tomorrow’s Friday and still haven’t heard anything back everytime it’s an excuse about we have a lot of move ins one thing I’ve learn is to listen to signs of lacking management building just began leasing and they can’t even pick up the phone and when they do it’s never a straight answer all I’m saying is be careful and pay attention
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4/30/26
What a mistake
I just moved in March 1. Nothing works. I can deal with maintenance problems, but the landlord’s people here I think they can just walk into my apartment whenever they want without even knocking or any notice at all. I’ll be sitting here watching TV in the door open and scare the crap out of me. I have no idea why they think they can do that but there’s two leasing agents and a maintenance man and they’ve all done it at least twice that I know of while I’m home. God knows what they do in here... when I leave.
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Thank you for giving our team the opportunity to connect with you and address your concerns. We remain committed to working together toward clarity and resolution. We kindly ask you to continue communicating directly with our regional management so... concerns can be addressed one on one in a productive manner.
