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229 College Ave

229 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

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  • Built in 1955
  • 4 units/2 stories

About 229 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

Experience Des Moines living at 229 College Ave. The location of this community is on College Ave in the 50314 area of Des Moines. Be sure to check out the current floorplan options. Here at this community, the professional leasing staff is available to assist you in finding your perfect apartment. Welcome home to 229 College Ave. Contact or drop by the leasing office to find out the availability today.

229 College Ave is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50314 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community attendance zone.

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Neighborhood

Bordering the Des Moines River and Crocker Woods Park in the north and Mercy Medical Center in the south, River Bend is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Des Moines. Boasting homes that date back to the 1870s, River Bend hosts an annual historic home tour that is sure to delight any history or architecture enthusiast.

River Bend residents enjoy easy access to Downtown Des Moines, the bike trail, and I-235 in addition to the many neighboring parks and gardens. Drake University and Grand View University are also convenient to River Bend. Des Moines International Airport is about six miles from River Bend, making travel plans simple.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 866 Sq Ft $800 $892 $995
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1049 Sq Ft $870 $1,182 $1,495
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1778 Sq Ft $1,795 — —
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Drake University
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 15 min 7.8 mi
229 College Ave is within 19 minutes or 1.0 miles from Des Moines Area C.C., Urban. It is also near Grand View University and Drake University.
Schools
Moulton Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
420 Students
Attendance Zone
Harding Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
655 Students
Attendance Zone
North High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,458 Students
Attendance Zone
Holy Family School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
255 Students
Nearby
The Keystone School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

229 College Ave is near Des Moines International, located 6.9 miles or 16 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 16 min 6.9 mi

Walkability Near 229 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

Somewhat Walkable
69
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
41
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
47
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 229 College Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
MacVilay Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Park Fair Mall
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
East Town Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
229 College Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Burke Park
 Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Prospect Park of Des Moines
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Birdland Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Union Park
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Des Moines Botanical & Environmental Center
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
229 College Ave has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including Burke Park, Prospect Park of Des Moines, and Birdland Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
229 College Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 0.8 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 18 min 10.6 mi
229 College Ave is 10.6 miles and a 18 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 
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229 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50314 is in River Bend in the city of Des Moines. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.8 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.3 miles, including Burke Park, Prospect Park of Des Moines, and Birdland Park.

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