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  • The Equitable Building

    604 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Covered parking
    Air conditioning (wall unit)
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,251
    695 sqft

    3 units available Aug 22-Sep 23

    Price: $1,251Available: Available Sep 23 2025Unit: Unit 904
    Price: $1,251Available: Available Aug 22 2025Unit: Unit 803
    Price: $1,251Available: Available Aug 29 2025Unit: Unit 1304
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,485
    860 sqft

    1 unit available Sep 6

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,807
    1,156 sqft

    1 unit avail. Sep 7 | 1 unit avail. Sep 27

    Price: $1,807Available: Available Sep 7 2025Unit: Unit 1002
    Price: $1,807Available: Available Sep 27 2025Unit: Unit 1102
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,811
    1,245 sqft

    1 unit avail. Aug 26 | 1 unit avail. Sep 5

    Price: $1,811Available: Available Aug 26 2025Unit: Unit 609
    Price: $1,811Available: Available Sep 5 2025Unit: Unit 509

    What's special

    Fitness center
    Hit the gym at home
    This building offers a fitness center. Only 17% of buildings in Des Moines have this feature.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Accessibility
    • Disabled Access: Wheelchair Access
    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    • Lounge: Resident Lounge with Kitchen
    Other
    • In Unit: In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    Outdoor common areas
    • Lawn: Pet Lawn Terrace
    • Patio: Steel Outdoor Balconies
    • Sundeck
    Security
    • Gated Entry: Controlled and Monitored Building Access
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Bike Racks
    • Elevator: Freight Elevator
    • Guest Suite: Guest Suite available for rent
    • On-Site Maintenance: OnSiteMaintenance
    • On-Site Management: Professionally Managed by Block Multifamily Group
    • Storage Space

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer: In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    • Garbage Disposal: Conveniently Located Trash and Recycling Disposal
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    • Washer: In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan
    • Wall Mounted Air Conditioning: Modern Accent Wall Paint Scheme
    Flooring
    • Terrazzo: Historic 1920S Terrazzo Flooring *
    Internet/Satellite
    • Cable TV Ready: Cable Ready
    • High-speed Internet Ready: HighSpeed
    Other
    • Patio Balcony: Steel Outdoor Balconies

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • Less than 1 year
    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • $300 one time fee
    • $25 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: Breed Restrictions apply
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • $300 one time fee
    • $25 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: Breed Restrictions apply
    Parking
    • covered: Direct Access To City Skywalk and Parking Garage
    • Detached Garage: Garage Lot
    • Garage: Nearby Garage Parking Available
    • Off Street Parking: Covered Lot
    • Parking Lot: Other

    Special Features

    • Ceramic Top Electric Ranges
    • Close Proximity To Downtown Nightlife And Dining
    • Efficient U-shaped Kitchen Design
    • Electronic Thermostat
    • Energy Efficient Heating/air Conditioning
    • Fire Sprinkler System
    • Flexible Rental Payment Options
    • Free Weights
    • Future Office, Retail, Restaurant Space Available
    • Historic 1920s Gothic-inspired Skyscraper
    • Historic 1920s Lobby
    • Historic Building
    • Kitchen Pantries *
    • Large Historic Windows
    • Modern Flat Slab Doors
    • Original 1920s Steel Windows
    • Pet Friendly
    • Polished Granite Countertops
    • Recycling
    • Sound Reducing Demising Walls
    • Spacious Rooftop Terrace
    • Spacious Walk-in Closets *
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Stainless Steel Double-bowl Sinks
    • Sun-filtering Basket Weave Shades
    • Window Coverings

    Neighborhood: Downtown Des Moines

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    92 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    62 / 100
    Good Transit
    61 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Des Moines

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Equitable Building?

    The Equitable Building has a walk score of 92, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of The Equitable Building?

    The Equitable Building has a transit score of 62, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to The Equitable Building?

    The schools assigned to The Equitable Building include Walnut Street School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

    Does The Equitable Building have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, The Equitable Building has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is The Equitable Building in?

    The Equitable Building is in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.

    What are The Equitable Building's policies on pets?

    This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $25 for cats. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $25 for dogs.