University Apartments

Iowa Polk County Des Moines Waveland Park University Apartments

University Apartments

4801 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

About University Apartments

University Apartments is ready for you to visit. Be sure to come for a visit to view the available floorplans. You'll experience a top selection of amenities and features at this community like convenient on-site parking options, smoke free options, and high-speed internet access. Here at this community, the professional leasing team is ready to help you find your perfect place. Get moving on finding your next place. Contact or stop by the University Apartments leasing office to check the availability and schedule a tour today.

University Apartments 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.

Apartment Features

High Speed Internet Access

Ceiling Fans

Smoke Free

Cable Ready

High Speed Internet Access
Ceiling Fans
Smoke Free
Cable Ready

Nearby Pet Friendly Apartments

Cityville

550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$950 - $2,810

Studio - 3 Beds

418 East Grand

418 E Grand Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$755 - $1,380

Studio - 2 Beds

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

1800 Watrous Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50315

$800 - $920

Studio - 1 Bed

All Pet Friendly Apartments

Nearby Apartments with Washer/Dryer

The Meridian

425 SW 11th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$1,286 - $2,470

Studio - 2 Beds

The Deco

1301 Mulberry St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$1,040 - $2,894

Studio - 2 Beds

The Lyon

660 E 5th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$777 - $1,597

Studio - 2 Beds

All Apartments with Washer/Dryer

Nearby Apartments with Balcony

3000 Grand Apartments

3000 Grand Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50312

$975 - $1,590

Studio - 3 Beds

Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine St,
Des Moines, IA 50309

$1,250

1 Bed

Regency Woods

1137 11th St,
West Des Moines, IA 50265

$930 - $1,365

1-2 Beds

All Apartments with Balcony

Location Get Directions

City - Des Moines

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.

Learn more about living in Des Moines

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Drake University	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Grand View University	Drive:	12 min	6.9 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., West	Drive:	15 min	10.2 mi

University Apartments is within 3 minutes or 1.5 miles 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

Attendance Zone

Merrill Middle School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

634 Students

Attendance Zone

Roosevelt High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

1,986 Students

Attendance Zone

St Theresa School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

281 Students

Nearby

Dowling Catholic High School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

1,415 Students

Nearby

School data provided by

Transportation

University Apartments is near Des Moines International, located 7.4 miles or 15 minutes away.

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Des Moines International	Drive:	15 min	7.4 mi

Walkability Near University Apartments

Somewhat Walkable

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

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

Traffic:

Airport:

Businesses:

Score provided by

Scores provided by and

Score provided by

Points of Interest

Time and distance from University Apartments.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Uptown Shopping Center	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Shops at Roosevelt	Walk:	18 min	0.9 mi
Franklin Plaza	Drive:	3 min	1.7 mi

University Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Drake Municipal Observatory	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Greenwood / Ashworth Park	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Witmer Park	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Drake Park	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Ashby Park	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi

University Apartments has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Drake Municipal Observatory, Greenwood / Ashworth Park, and Witmer Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi

University Apartments has 3 hospitals within 3.1 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 3.0 miles away and a 6 minute drive.