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With an easily accessible location and affordable prices on storage units, Storage Rentals of America in Des Moines is your storage solution. Just give us a call! Our knowledgeable customer service team can walk you through the rental process over the phone and help you select the right size storage unit. Big or small, we have plenty of storage options, from mini storage units that are 5x5 to larger 10x30 storage units, which are great for freeing up extra space in your home. Our storage facility also has climate-controlled units, so you can store items that are more sensitive to extreme temperatures. We can even move you into your storage unit over the phone or online. All have month-to-month leases, so you are not locked into a long-term contract. This is just another way we make storage rentals easier.
Get peace of mind with Storage Rentals of America in Des Moines, where security and convenience are top priorities. Our clean, well-lit storage units offer a safe environment thanks to our advanced security features, including 24/7 video surveillance, a fully fenced perimeter, and electronic gate access. When you choose Storage Rentals of America, you choose quality and security for your belongings.
Need moving supplies? Visit our office for all the essentials—from boxes and tape to bubble wrap and mattress covers. Experience the difference at Storage Rentals of America in Des Moines. Our friendly team is here to help you find the perfect storage unit to move and store confidently.
Disc locks are required for all units and can be purchased at the office.
Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether you are traveling across town or across the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Des Moines.
The capital of Iowa is the city of Des Moines, with a population of 214,133 (in 2020). It is the county seat of Polk County.
Back in 1851, the city started as Fort Des Moines. It was an outpost on the Des Moines River. The town grew slowly until the 1900s. Then, it attracted commerce and became known as the hub for American insurance companies. In contemporary times, many large corporations, such as Hewlett-Packard, Monsanto, Microsoft, and Wells Fargo, have their headquarters in Des Moines or maintain data centers for logistical operations.
When it comes time to elect the next president of the United States, Des Moines gets lots of attention because it is the first place for caucuses in the primary races for the parties’ nominees for president. During an election year, people from all over the United States visit the city hoping to get a chance to meet some candidates in person.
Des Moines offers a pleasant, comfortable lifestyle with all the amenities expected for a nice-sized city.
Tourism, finance, insurance, and healthcare are the biggest employers in the area. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, which is about the same as the U.S. average rate of 6%. The median household income is $53,859 annually. The projected ten-year job growth rate is 37.4%, which is higher than the U.S. average of 33.5%. If you work in the city, your commute will average 18.3 minutes.
The local industry sectors that offer the most jobs are insurance/finance (11.7%), health services (9.1%), hotels/restaurants (8.6%), higher education (7.4%), construction (6.7%), administrative services/waste managing (5.3%), and professional, scientific, and tech jobs (4.8%).
The Des Moines downtown area is nicely renovated. Here are the most desirable neighborhoods where the prices of homes are the highest:
The largest school district in Iowa is the Des Moines Independent Community School District, with about 4,000 employees and over 31,000 students. The district invests $15,000 in the education of each student per year. The student-to-teacher ratio is very good, at 14 to one.
You will find 11 private schools in the Des Moines area. The private schools for PK to 8th grade with the highest ratings are St. Augustin Catholic School, St. Anthony Elementary School, and St. Theresa Catholic School.
Des Moines has four private colleges that offer four-year programs: AIB College of Business, Drake University, Mercy College of Health Sciences, and Grand View University. There is one two-year college, which is Vatterott College.
If you are moving to Des Moines, you will want to know how to turn on your utilities.
Here is some contact information to help you get started.
The city has a Public Works Department that provides tap water, sewer services, garbage collection, and recycling. Turn on your electricity and natural gas service with MidAmerican Energy. There are so many choices for telephone, TV, cable, satellite TV, and Internet connections. Some of the providers in the area are AT&T, Centurylink, Dish TV, Starlink, and Verizon.
More than 4,000 acres are supervised and managed by the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department, with 76 beautiful and varied parks in all parts of the city.
The municipal government in Des Moines is led by the mayor with the help of the city council. Each of the four districts elects a city council member to represent them, and two more are called at-large council members to represent the entire community.
Recently, home prices in this area have increased about 4% each year. The median house price is $195,000. This amount is 30% below the cost of an average American home, making homes in this area a great value. Lower housing prices help keep the cost of living reasonable. The city has a cost of living rate of 4% lower than in other parts of Iowa and 15% less than the national average.