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University Village

2225 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

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3.0
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  • Monthly Rent

    $975

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    577 - 646 sq ft

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Welcome to University Village! Located minutes to Drake University at University and 23rd Street. Offering 1 bedroom floor plans that have stainless steel appliances, bike storage, walk-in closets, and a washer and dryer in each home. Call today to view your new home!!!

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Highlights

  • Walk-In Closets
  • Controlled Access
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
$975 1 Bed 1 Bath 577 – 646 Sq Ft
5 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 206
    price $975
    square feet 577
    availibility Now
  • Unit 105
    price $975
    square feet 646
    availibility Now
  • Unit 107
    price $975
    square feet 646
    availibility Now
  • Unit 208
    price $975
    square feet 577
    availibility Now
  • Unit 210
    price $975
    square feet 600
    availibility Jun 5

1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
$975 1 Bed 1 Bath 577 – 646 Sq Ft
5 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 206
    price $975
    square feet 577
    availibility Now
  • Unit 105
    price $975
    square feet 646
    availibility Now
  • Unit 107
    price $975
    square feet 646
    availibility Now
  • Unit 208
    price $975
    square feet 577
    availibility Now
  • Unit 210
    price $975
    square feet 600
    availibility Jun 5

* 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.

  • Utilities & Essentials
    • Water/Sewer/Trash/ Pest Control Fee
      Charged per unit.
      $35 / mo
    • Internet
      Charged per unit.
      $50 / mo
  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
  • Dogs
    • Dog Deposit
      Charged per pet.
      $200
    • Dog Fee
      Charged per pet.
      $200
    • Dog Rent
      Charged per pet.
      $50 / mo
    100 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:
    We do not allow aggressive breeds.
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    | Restrictions: We do not allow aggressive breeds.
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  • Cats
    • Cat Deposit
      Charged per pet.
      $200
    • Cat Fee
      Charged per pet.
      $200
    • Cat Rent
      Charged per pet.
      $50 / mo
    Restrictions:
    None
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  • Other
  • Deposit

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

Lease Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases
  • Short term lease

Property Information

  • Built in 2018
  • 20 units/2 stories

Specialty Housing Details

  • This property is intended and operated for occupancy by students, faculty and staff in higher education, but applications from individuals not involved in higher education may be accepted.

About University Village

Welcome to University Village! Located minutes to Drake University at University and 23rd Street. Offering 1 bedroom floor plans that have stainless steel appliances, bike storage, walk-in closets, and a washer and dryer in each home. Call today to view your new home!!!

University Village 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

  • Bike Storage
  • Close to Drake University
  • Internet Provided - $50 Per Month
  • Minutes To Drake University
  • Off Street Parking
  • Off-street Parking
  • Off-street Parking - $25 Per Month
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pets Welcome With Fee
  • Secured Entry Access
  • Washer/dryer Included
  • Water, Sewer, Trash & Pest - $35/month

Contact

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  • Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Controlled Access

Key Fob Entry

Bicycle Storage

Storage Space

  • Controlled Access
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Storage Space
  • Bicycle Storage

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Refrigerator

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Location
2225 University Ave, Des Moines,
IA 50311
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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.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Carpenter Des Moines, IA
Studio $691 $855
1 Bedroom $879 $1,011
2 Bedrooms $943 $1,116
3 Bedrooms - $1,539
Amenities
  • Controlled Access
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Storage Space
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Bike Storage
  • Close to Drake University
  • Internet Provided - $50 Per Month
  • Minutes To Drake University
  • Off Street Parking
  • Off-street Parking
  • Off-street Parking - $25 Per Month
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pets Welcome With Fee
  • Secured Entry Access
  • Washer/dryer Included
  • Water, Sewer, Trash & Pest - $35/month
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $50
Dog Rent $50
One-Time
Cat Fee $200
Cat Deposit $200
Dog Fee $200
Dog Deposit $200
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 19 min 9.6 mi
University Village is within 9 minutes or 0.5 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
267 Students
Nearby
St Augustin Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
279 Students
Nearby
The Keystone School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

University Village is near Des Moines International, located 5.6 miles or 13 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 13 min 5.6 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 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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Soundscore™
68 / 100

Traffic

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Airport

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Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from University Village.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ingersoll Square
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Uptown Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Shops at Roosevelt
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
University Village has 3 shopping centers within 1.9 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: 5 min 0.3 mi
Western Gateway Park
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Witmer Park
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Prospect Park of Des Moines
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
University Village has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Drake Park, Witmer Park, and Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
University Village has 3 hospitals within 1.6 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 17 min 8.9 mi
University Village is 8.9 miles and a 17 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does University Village have in-unit laundry?

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

What utilities are included in rent at University Village?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at University Village?

Parking is available at University Village. Contact this property for details.

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

University Village has one-bedroom apartments renting for $975/mo.

Is University Village pet-friendly?

Yes, University Village 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 Village?

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 $975 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $39,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does University Village have move-in specials?

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

Does University Village offer Matterport 3D tours?

While University Village does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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