Cheatom Park Homes for Rent

Cheatom Park in Des Moines is a quiet residential neighborhood situated between University Avenue and Interstate 235. The area is predominantly occupied by the Mercy Medical Center and the urban campus of Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC), providing convenient access to healthcare and education. Downtown Des Moines is just a 2-mile drive away, offering additional retail options and Wells Fargo Arena. Public transportation is facilitated by the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) bus route, and the neighborhood is close to I-235 for easy commuting. Des Moines International Airport is a short 5-mile drive. Local dining options include Fuel Cafe on the DMACC campus, Tacos Marianas, and Najah Grocery and Deli, while C Fresh Market offers groceries and Vietnamese cuisine at Cafe Pho 515. Homes in Cheatom Park are typically on 1/8 acre lots, featuring styles such as ranch, bungalow, Colonial revivals, and some Victorians, with many dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. The neighborhood includes semi-paved alleys providing access to detached garages and backyard gardens. Cheatom Park itself offers green space, basketball courts, futsal mini-pitch courts, playgrounds, and a rentable pavilion with downtown views. Nearby Good Park features mixed-use fields, basketball courts, and an aquatic sprayground. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Riverwalk Dog Park are also close by. The neighborhood is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District, with open enrollment available.