Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $2,250
Studio - 3 Beds
Frank W. Smith Retirement Center
2100 Beaver Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50310
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About Frank W. Smith Retirement Center
Frank W. Smith Retirement Center offers a combination of quality, design and comfort. The 2100 Beaver Ave location in Des Moines's 50310 area has so much to offer its residents. From location to floorplan options, the professional leasing team is ready to help you in finding the perfect apartment. Come by to see the current floorplan options. Drop by Frank W. Smith Retirement Center today.
Frank W. Smith Retirement Center 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.
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
2100 Beaver Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50310
Situated about three miles northwest of Downtown Des Moines, Beaverdale is a highly sought-after suburban neighborhood revered for its distinctive brick houses. In addition to its brick houses, Beaverdale provides an array of apartments available for rent along tree-lined streets. Beaverdale is one of the largest neighborhoods in the city, offering a tranquil home environment near a host of desirable amenities.
Although Beaverdale is largely residential, the neighborhood boasts a variety of restaurants, shops, and service-oriented businesses at the intersection of Beaver Avenue and Urbandale Avenue. Beaverdale is also convenient to great shopping options at Merle Hay Mall. The neighborhood’s prime location near major employment centers like VA Central Iowa Health Care System, Drake University, and Downtown Des Moines affords many residents short commute times.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Beaverdale | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $607 | $849 |
| 1 Bedroom | $984 | $1,000 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $951 | $1,109 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $1,542 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 10.3 mi |
Frank W. Smith Retirement Center is within 4 minutes or 1.8 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
438 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
634 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
385 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,389 Students
Nearby
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Walkability Near Frank W. Smith Retirement Center
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
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 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
Active
Soundscore™
75
/ 100
Traffic
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2100 Beaver Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310