Sixth Avenue Flats
Des Moines, Iowa, 2022
Partner(s): Youth & Shelter Services, Simonson & Associates, Koester Construction, Iowa Finance Authority, Polk County, City of Des Moines, DMACC, WNC & Associates
Awards: AHF Magazine Readers’ Choice Award | Governor’s Award for Housing Innovation
Photos by: Jacob Sharp
6th Avenue Flats is a thoughtfully designed housing development along Des Moines’ historic 6th Avenue corridor. The project brings high-quality, attainable housing to the River Bend neighborhood while contributing to the continued revitalization of one of the city’s established urban corridors.
The development combines modern residential amenities with a strong sense of place, creating a welcoming community for residents while strengthening the surrounding neighborhood. By investing in new housing in an established Des Moines neighborhood, 6th Avenue Flats demonstrates how thoughtful development can expand housing opportunities and support long-term community vitality.