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University Place Lofts

2328 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

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  • Monthly Rent

    $900 - $1,050

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    800 - 1,004 sq ft

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University Place Lofts features awesome spaces right in the heart of the action near Drake! Historic neighborhood. Close to local shops on the street level. Minutes to downtown for work and hot spots. Full-size washers and dryers in your apartment. Modern appliances. Controlled access for safety and privacy. FREE parking, FREE trash. These lofts and row townhomes have to be seen.

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Highlights

  • Loft Layout
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Deck
  • Controlled Access
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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    price $900
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    price $900
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    price $1,050
    square feet 1,004
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Application Fee Per Applicant
      $35
  • Cats
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $100
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $150
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $25 / mo
    20 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:
    $150 fee, $100 deposit, $25 monthly rent.
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  • Garage Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $90 / mo
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    Max of 1, Garage parking $90/ month
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 - 24 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1981
  • 18 units/3 stories

About University Place Lofts

University Place Lofts features awesome spaces right in the heart of the action near Drake! Historic neighborhood. Close to local shops on the street level. Minutes to downtown for work and hot spots. Full-size washers and dryers in your apartment. Modern appliances. Controlled access for safety and privacy. FREE parking, FREE trash. These lofts and row townhomes have to be seen.

University Place Lofts 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

  • Adjacent to shopping, and dining
  • Attached Garage perfect for winter!!!
  • Convenient Freeway Access
  • Fernando's Mexican Grill located on first floor of building
  • Full appliance package with dishwasher, microwave
  • High Speed Internet access
  • Historic Drake Neighborhood
  • Hoshi Sushi located on first floor of building
  • Mars Cafe located on first floor of building
  • Planet Sub located on first floor of building

Contact

Language: English
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  • Monday - Friday, By Appointment
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Controlled Access

Grill

Public Transportation

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

Loft Layout

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Loft Layout
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Deck
Location
2328 University Ave, Des Moines,
IA 50311
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Neighborhood

Drake Park is a small, park-like neighborhood about three miles northwest of Downtown Des Moines. Perfect for students, faculty, and staff, Drake Park is within walking distance of Drake University, giving it the feel of a college town. Along with student housing, Drake Park has highly affordable to more upscale rentals available. The community is also known for its lush namesake park, which has a wading pool, basketball courts, a playground, and more, making it a local favorite. The neighborhood has a few small restaurants, cafes, retail stores, and a tattoo shop, so it’s common for residents to travel to nearby communities for more variety. Conveniently, Downtown Des Moines is less than 10 minutes away giving easy access to the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and other hotspots.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Drake Park Des Moines, IA
Studio $888 $848
1 Bedroom $835 $1,020
2 Bedrooms $960 $1,138
3 Bedrooms - $1,551
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Grill
  • Adjacent to shopping, and dining
  • Attached Garage perfect for winter!!!
  • Convenient Freeway Access
  • Fernando's Mexican Grill located on first floor of building
  • Full appliance package with dishwasher, microwave
  • High Speed Internet access
  • Historic Drake Neighborhood
  • Hoshi Sushi located on first floor of building
  • Mars Cafe located on first floor of building
  • Planet Sub located on first floor of building
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Loft Layout
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Deck
Expenses
Recurring
Unassigned Garage Parking $90
Cat Rent $25
One-Time
Cat Fee $150
Cat Deposit $100
Utilities Included
Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 20 min 9.7 mi
University Place Lofts 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 Schools
  • Private Schools
King Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
292 Students
Nearby
Edmunds Fine Arts Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
302 Students
Attendance Zone
Smouse Opportunity School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
94 Students
Nearby
Callanan Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
441 Students
Attendance Zone
St Augustin Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
279 Students
Nearby
K12 International Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation

University Place Lofts is near Des Moines International, located 5.7 miles or 13 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 13 min 5.7 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 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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Points of Interest

Time and distance from University Place Lofts.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
1251 University Ave
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
2105 Ingersoll Ave
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Ingersoll Square
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
University Place Lofts has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Drake Park
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Witmer Park
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Western Gateway Park
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Prospect Park of Des Moines
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden
Drive: 8 min 3.0 mi
University Place Lofts has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Drake Park, Witmer Park, and Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
University Place Lofts has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 17 min 8.9 mi
University Place Lofts is 8.9 miles and a 17 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 

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Does University Place Lofts have in-unit laundry?

University Place Lofts has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at University Place Lofts?

Select utilities are included in rent at University Place Lofts, including trash removal and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at University Place Lofts?

Parking is available at University Place Lofts. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

University Place Lofts has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $900/mo. to $1,050/mo.

Is University Place Lofts pet-friendly?

Yes, University Place Lofts welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at University Place Lofts?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $900 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $36,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does University Place Lofts have move-in specials?

University Place Lofts is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does University Place Lofts offer Matterport 3D tours?

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