Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $1,740
Studio - 2 Beds
Drake Collection
2931 Cottage Grove Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
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About Drake Collection
Presenting THE DRAKE COLLECTION FROM LENOX PROPERTIES If you like the ambience of a well-maintained historical building close to downtown and the university, call today to view the Drake Collection from Lenox Properties. Building sizes are intimate with between three and seven apartments per building. Each apartment is different, so take a look and discover vintage features such as front or side porches, high ceilings, retro kitchens, etc. We offer 1BR’s from $595 to $725 and a 2BR for $720. The Drake area is experiencing a renaissance with millions of dollars of new investment on University Avenue and in Dogtown, including a new hotel and new retail establishments. Enjoy the vibrancy of living close to the cultural and athletic events at Drake University and being only 5-8 minutes from downtown. Rent includes off-street parking, full-service maintenance with 24/7 emergency service, a professional management team, regular pest control, snow removal, and lawn care. Buildings are non-smoking. One-year lease required. OUR PROPERTIES Kingman Gardens (31st & Kingman): 1BR $635-675 2BR $690 3BR $1050-1095 Cottage Grove Apartments (29th & Cottage Grove): 1BR $625-675 2BR $725 Stadium Apartments (28th & Clark): 1BR $665-725 For more information or to schedule a showing: Please email [email address removed] Thank you and have a nice day. LENOX PROPERTIES “Your First Choice in Apartment Living”
Drake Collection is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50311 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Many Units With Private Entrances
- Some Units With Porches Or Decks
- Detached Garage
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Ceiling Fans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Lawn
2931 Cottage Grove Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
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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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Drake | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $854 | $838 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 | $1,000 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $953 | $1,109 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,541 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 11.4 mi |
Drake Collection is within 8 minutes or 0.4 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
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Walkability Near Drake Collection
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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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-Businesses
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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.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
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2931 Cottage Grove Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311