Located in Des Moines County, Iowa, the city of Burlington sits along the Mississippi River on the Iowa-Illinois state line. This small community is family-friendly and serves as the seat of the county. Residents looking for Burlington apartments for rent will love the prime location of this community that allows them to experience the amenities of downtown Des Moines, as well as nearby towns in Illinois. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, about 25,500 people live in Burlington.

Des Moines County was occupied by Native Americans until 1833, but a U.S. flag waved in the air on the Iowa soil in 1805 during an expedition to explore the Mississippi. Five years after the land was settled, Burlington was named the county seat and the capital of territory of Iowa.

People looking for Burlington rentals will be pleased to know there is a diverse business environment in the greater Des Moines area where they can find employment. Some of the top job providers are Wells Fargo, Principal Financial Group, Iowa Health, Mercy Medical Center, Nationwide Insurance and DuPont Pioneer.

Although the community is rated as "Car-Dependant" by Walkscore.com, residents do not have to worry about high costs of living expenses. Burlington has a low cost of living, which is 19 percent lower than the national average, and a fairly low average commute of roughly 18 minutes, according to Best Places.

Burlington is home to a host of family-friendly attractions that locals and visitors enjoy. FunCity is one of the most beloved amusement parks in the region, and features a go-kart racing track, laser tag, bowling, and indoor/outdoor waterpark, golf course and spa.

The city also boasts the Flint Hills Golf Course, Flint River Trail and several other area parks where residents can enjoy the great outdoors.

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