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3616 University Ave

3616 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

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  • Built in 1922
  • 16 units/3 stories

About 3616 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

At 3616 University Ave in Des Moines, experience stylish living. These apartments are located in Des Moines on University Ave. The leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has to offer. Be sure to come for a visit to see the available floorplan options. Stop by the leasing office to schedule a tour.

3616 University 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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Neighborhood

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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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 485 Sq Ft $560 $823 $1,025
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 579-586 Sq Ft $705 $866 $1,200
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 835-844 Sq Ft $750 $1,157 $1,775
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1041-1048 Sq Ft $1,100 $1,367 $1,500
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1540 Sq Ft $2,100 — —
Amenities
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., West
Drive: 16 min 11.2 mi
3616 University Ave is within 14 minutes or 0.8 mile from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
Perkins Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
438 Students
Nearby
Hubbell Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
407 Students
Attendance Zone
Callanan Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
507 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
St Augustin Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
284 Students
Nearby
Dowling Catholic High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,415 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

3616 University Ave is near Des Moines International, located 6.5 miles or 14 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 14 min 6.5 mi

Walkability Near 3616 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Somewhat Walkable
64
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
37
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
54
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 3616 University Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Uptown Shopping Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Shops at Roosevelt
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Beaverdale Place
Drive: 3 min 1.8 mi
3616 University Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Witmer Park
 Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Drake Park
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Drake Municipal Observatory
 Drive: 6 min 1.6 mi
Greenwood / Ashworth Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Beaverdale Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
3616 University Ave has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including Witmer Park, Drake Park, and Drake Municipal Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
3616 University Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 2.2 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 16 min 8.2 mi
3616 University Ave is 8.2 miles and a 16 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 
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3616 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311 is in Drake 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 Witmer Park, Drake Park, and Drake Municipal Observatory.

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