Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $2,250
Studio - 3 Beds
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Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes
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Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes
1417 Forest Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50314
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About Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes
The security deposit is equal to one month's rent. Rent includes water, sewer, and trash bills; other expenses are the resident's responsibility. Income restrictions apply for all apartments at this property and depend on the number of people in residents' households. Some apartments have more restrictive income limits than those shown here. Contact us for complete details.
Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50314 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- All one-level apartments
- Lawn care and snow removal provided
- Refrigerator
- Smoke-free community
- Stove
- Washer/dryer in apartments
- Wheelchair accessible apartments
Apartment Features
- High Speed Internet Access
1417 Forest Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50314
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.
| King-Irving Park | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | - | $853 |
| 1 Bedroom | $609 | $1,006 |
| 2 Bedrooms | - | $1,112 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $1,540 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.9 mi |
Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Des Moines Area C.C., Urban. It is also near Drake University and Grand View University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
420 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
267 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 K-8
211 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 Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes
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.
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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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1417 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314