2421 Forest Ave
2421 Forest Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
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Built in 1890
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6 units/3 stories
About 2421 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
Enjoy Des Moines living at 2421 Forest Ave. The address for this community is in Des Moines on Forest Ave. Schedule a time to see the current floorplan options. Here at this community, the leasing staff is ready to help match you with your perfect home. Drop by the leasing office to find out the current floorplan availability.
2421 Forest Ave is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50311 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community attendance zone.
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Located about five miles northwest of Downtown Des Moines, Drake is a diverse, affordable community. The neighborhood is home to Drake University, giving it a slight college-town vibe. The northeastern part of the community is dominated by academic halls and student housing, but Drake offers affordable rentals as well. Catering to the college crowd, Drake has a few casual restaurants and small stores. For more shopping, dining, and entertainment options, most residents travel into Downtown Des Moines or the East Village, which are both less than 15 minutes away. Both urban districts house offices, breweries, live music venues, and more. Check out the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Science Center of Iowa, or the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates — the options are endless while living in Drake.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 9.5 mi |
2421 Forest Ave is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
438 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
507 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
399 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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2421 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311 is in Drake in the city of Des Moines. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.1 miles of the property. Five parks are within 3.3 miles, including Drake Park, Witmer Park, and Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden.
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