Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $2,250
Studio - 3 Beds
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University Apartments
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University Apartments
4801 University Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
2 Weeks Ago
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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 School District attendance zone.
Apartment Features
Acceso a Internet de alta velocidad
Ventiladores de techo
Libre de humo
Preinstalación de cables
- Acceso a Internet de alta velocidad
- Ventiladores de techo
- Libre de humo
- Preinstalación de cables
4801 University Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
Des Moines combines city living with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The state capital offers varied housing choices, from downtown apartments to single-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 faculty, 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. The insurance industry drives the local economy, with major employers Principal Financial Group and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield maintaining significant operations downtown.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Waveland Park | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | - | $850 |
| 1 Bedroom | $858 | $1,010 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $780 | $1,120 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $1,529 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.9 mi | |
| 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
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
262 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,389 Students
Nearby
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Walkability Near University Apartments
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
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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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?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.