Beaverdale Homes for Rent

Beaverdale, a neighborhood in Des Moines, is known for its distinctive Beaverdale Brick Tudor Revival homes, which feature unique architectural details like large locks and rounded tops. These homes, along with minimal traditional cottages, Cape Cods, and colonial-style houses, are set back from the street with intricate gardens and stone walkways. Beaverdale residents enjoy proximity to multiple parks, including Beaverdale Park, Ashby Park, and Witmer Park, which offer open fields, playgrounds, and trails. The neighborhood is also connected to the wider Des Moines trail network, providing cyclists with routes to Saylorville Lake and Grays Lake Park. Local points of interest include the Merle Hay Mall, which houses Flix Brewhouse, indoor pickleball courts, and laser tag. The shopping district on Beaver Avenue features long-standing establishments like Christopher’s Italian restaurant, The Dam Pub, and Snookies Malt Shop. Beaverdale Books and an Ace Hardware are also located here, with multiple Hy-Vee Grocery Store locations nearby. The Beaverdale Neighborhood Association hosts events such as the Beaverdale Fall Festival and a weekly farmers market. The neighborhood is surrounded by the “Urban Loop” of interstates, providing easy access to downtown Des Moines, 4 miles away. The Des Moines International Airport is less than 10 miles south. Beaverdale has a Walk Score of 70, with many amenities within walking distance. The Des Moines Independent Community School District serves the area, with Roosevelt High School offering Advanced Career Training Programs.