Explore South Des Moines Living at Flats on 5th

Located at 7109 SE 5th St, the community is perfectly positioned for both convenient everyday living and easy access to the city’s best shopping, parks, and dining spots. You’ll feel connected without being in the thick of downtown hustle.

 

    • Classic Burger Bistro – 2301 SW 9th St (≈ 1.2 mi) (neighborhood pub vibe) 

    • Taquería or Southwest Grill near SE 14th corridor (≈ 1.0 mi) (local favorites)

    • Coffee & pastry spot in the SE side (≈ 0.7 mi)

    • Family-friendly Italian or pizza spot near Army Post Rd/SE 5th intersection (≈ 0.8 mi)

    • Craft brewery or taproom close to Fort Des Moines Park (≈ 0.5 mi)

    • Fort Des Moines Park – 0.3 mi (≈ 4 min walk) 

    • Blank Park Zoo – approx 2.0 mi (≈ 5-10 min drive) 

    • Ewing Park – approx 3.0 mi 

    • Easter Lake Park – approx 3.8 mi 

    • Southridge Mall (open-air shopping + large green space nearby) – 0.7 mi walk

    • Southridge Mall (1111 E Army Post Rd) – 0.7 mi walk 

    • Army Post Plaza shopping centre – 0.7 mi walk 

    • Southridge Square – approx 0.9 mi walk 

    • Everyday retailers like Target, Hy-Vee, and local boutiques are just minutes away in the SE corridor.

    • Big-box & chain retail along SE 14th/SE 5th for easy errands.

    • Local urgent care/clinic near SE 5th corridor (within 1-2 mi)

    • Main hospital systems (e.g., UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center) ≈ 6.0 mi drive 

    • On-site community amenities: pool, fitness centre, in-unit washer/dryer, gated access—all contribute to healthy, convenient living.