Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $1,740
Studio - 2 Beds
Douglas Woods
2800 Douglas Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50310
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Highlights
- Picnic Area
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
About Douglas Woods
Welcome to Douglas Woods Apartments! We are located on Douglas Avenue, just a few miles North of downtown Des Moines. Our unique location is close to shopping, including Merle Hay Mall, and allows easy interstate access to all areas of Des Moines. Close access to DART bus stops and the Greater Des Moines Recreational Trails! Residents at Douglas Woods pay electric and water, we pay heat and trash. Amenities include a playground, picnic area, on-site manager, and more! Stop in or call today!
Douglas Woods is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50310 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Playground
Picnic Area
Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- Playground
- Picnic Area
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Disposal
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Balcony
2800 Douglas Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50310
Des Moines combines city living with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The state capital offers varied housing choices, from downtown apartments averaging $996 for a one-bedroom to family homes in established neighborhoods. The East Village neighborhood features local boutiques and restaurants in beautifully restored historic buildings. The area around Drake University draws students and professionals alike, while Windsor Heights provides peaceful residential streets just minutes from downtown's climate-controlled skywalk system.
The Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Science Center of Iowa anchor the city's arts and culture scene. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy 76 city parks and three public golf courses, including the popular Gray's Lake Park with its scenic 1.9-mile lakeside trail. Current rent trends show modest annual increases of 0.6%, keeping Des Moines housing costs lower than comparable cities.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Doudna Heights-Glen Oaks | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $659 | $838 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 | $1,000 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $934 | $1,109 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $1,541 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.3 mi |
Douglas Woods is within 6 minutes or 2.5 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
412 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
664 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
991 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
385 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Walkability Near Douglas Woods
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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2800 Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310