372 Houses For Rent in Dallas Center, IA

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Individuals who are looking for a quieter place to live will love the homes for rent in Dallas Center. With an easy drive to neighboring cities like Adel, renters can relax and enjoy the peace of this city.

Facts for Renters About Dallas Center

• Two individuals known as Percival and Hatton bought and laid out the land for the city in 1869, naming it Dallas Center due to its position in the center of the county and after George Mifflin Dallas, the vice president of the railway company that ran through the city.
• The first business in the city was owned by O. N. Steele, which sold goods starting in 1869.
• In 1903, the city was supposedly haunted by a mysterious beast known as "The Van Meter Creature," which lived in a coal mine and had large wings and a glowing horn.

Resources for Renters

• Renters can check out the Roy R. Estle Memorial Library website to see its catalog of books as well as the programs it hosts.
• The Dallas Center Police Department's Web page has information for renters on how to submit complaints, request public records and keep the community safe.
• For school calendars, events and enrollment information, parents can look to the Dallas Center - Grimes Community School District website.

Attractions Near Dallas Center

Quiet living doesn't mean a lack of things to do in the city. Renters can go to the weekly farmers market through the summer and fall. There's also an annual fair, Easter egg hunt and seasonal festivals that are fun for the whole family. There's also a public swimming pool for cooling off during hot summer days, and many miles of parks and trails for running and biking.