2813 Cottage Grove Ave Apartments

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Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 414-8632
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave

2813 Cottage Grove Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 414-8632
2813 Cottage Grove Ave in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 2–3 Bedrooms
  • $900-$1,175Pricing
  • 900–1,100Square Feet

About 2813 Cottage Grove Ave

The building sits within walking distance to Drake University and a few minutes from Downtown. It has 5 apartments within the building.

2813 Cottage Grove Ave is located in the Drake Neighborhood and 50311 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Cole Chestnut

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

2813 Cottage Grove Ave offers 2 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $900 and having 900–1,100 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 bed

    From $900

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 900 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $900Available Now5900$900

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Gas Range
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 5 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $900

    Deposit

    • $900 deposit

    Unit Description

    This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment sits within walking distance to Drake University. It has a large living room and 2 cozy bedrooms. Cats and small dogs up to 35lbs welcome with $250 pet fee and $25/month per pet. There is an application fee per adult, deposit of $900, and if approved a 1 time $100 administration fee. Location: 2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA. Qualification Standards 1. Applicant must have current photo identification. 2. App

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $900 - $1,000
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 bed

    From $1,100

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1100 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,100Available Now21100$1,100

    Unit 2 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Living Space

    • Carpet

    Unit 2 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,100

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,100 - $1,175
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 5 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1930

Lease Terms

  • 6+ mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Administrative Fee$100
Application Fee Per Applicant$29

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $250 Fee
  • 25 Lb Weight Limit

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $250 Fee
  • 35 Lb Weight Limit

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • 24 Hour Access

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Gas Range
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Pantry
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 2813 Cottage Grove Ave

Where is 2813 Cottage Grove Ave located?

2813 Cottage Grove Ave is located at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave near the Drake area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave?

2 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave currently range from $900 to $1,100

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for 2813 Cottage Grove Ave are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.8

    The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The 2813 Cottage Grove Ave Apartments are 21.3% cheaper than the average apartment in the Drake area, and 28.65% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Drake Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$900$1,042-$142-13.6%
    3 Bedroom$1,100$1,550-$450-29.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$900$1,230-$330-26.8%
    3 Bedroom$1,100$1,582-$482-30.5%

    Methodology: On 09/20/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 109 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 2813 Cottage Grove Ave (Drake), and 803 other apartment communities in Des Moines using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/20/2025

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Nearby Schools

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
3/10

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
4/10

Hubbell Elementary

Des Moines Independent Community
800 42nd Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (407 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2813 Cottage Grove Ave.

Big Box and Retail

Staples

3800 Merle Hay Rd
6 minute drive / 2.91 miles away

Petco

7333 Buffalo Rd
6 minute drive / 3.09 miles away

Aldi

3940 E 14th St
8 minute drive / 3.77 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
4 minute drive / 1.65 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
7 minute drive / 3.35 miles away

Groceries

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

Hy-Vee

1900 Grand Ave
4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away

Hospitals

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
4 minute drive / 1.43 miles away

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
5 minute drive / 1.77 miles away

Military Bases

Camp Dodge

15 minute drive / 7.36 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Greenwood Park

4500 Grande Ave
4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

13th St. and Grand Ave
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

2813 Cottage Grove Ave has 5 parks within 5.4 miles, including Greenwood Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Holiday Aquatic Center , and James W. Cownie Soccer Complex.

Shopping Centers

Uptown Shopping Center

4040-4125 University Ave
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Shops at Roosevelt

833-857 42nd St & Rollins Ave
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

2105 Ingersoll

2105 Ingersoll Ave
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

2813 Cottage Grove Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $922$575$2,026
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,118$547$2,954
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,230$550$4,000
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,582$736$2,839
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,266$965$10,000+

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