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4001 E University Ave Apartments

Des Moines, IA 50317
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4001 E University Ave

Des Moines, IA 50317
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  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms

About 4001 E University Ave

Experience Des Moines living at 4001 E University Ave. Based in Des Moines's Laurel Hill neighborhood, living at this community offers a wide variety of nearby experiences to check out. Featuring studio to 0 bedroom floorplans. Come be a part of 4001 E University Ave. Stop by the leasing office to check the availability and set up a tour today.

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4001 E University Ave is located in the Laurel Hill Neighborhood and 50317 Zip code of Des Moines, IA.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 Beds, 1 bath

      2 Beds, 1 Bath
       

      Availability Details

      Availability DateUnit
      Unavailable2 Beds, 1 bath

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Heating
      • Smoke Detector
      • Tub/Shower

      Kitchen

      • Microwave
      • Refrigerator
    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.

    Property Information

    • 8 Units
    • 2 Stories
    • Built in 1971

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • 24 Hour Access

    Interior Features

    • Smoke Detector
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower
    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Map

    4001 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Getting Around

    • 30 / 100 Somewhat walkable

      Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

      Transit is available for some trips

    • 40 / 100 Fairly bikeable

      Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

      Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 50 / 100 Restaurants

      Some restaurants within a few minutes

    • 20 / 100 Cafes

      Some cafés within walking distance

    • 40 / 100 Nightlife

      Some bars within walking distance

    • 30 / 100 Shopping

      Some shops within walking distance

    • 40 / 100 Parks

      Moderate amount of park space nearby

    • 20 / 100 Noise Level

      Multiple sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Nearby Schools

    East High School

    Des Moines Independent Community School District
    815 East 13th Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1893 Students)
    In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
    3/10

    Willard Elementary School

    Des Moines Independent Community School District
    2941 Dean Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (266 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
    5/10

    Hoyt Middle School

    Des Moines Independent Community School District
    2700 East 42nd Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (458 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
    2/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 4001 E University Ave.

    Big Box and Retail

    Lowe's

    3610 8th St SW
    7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away

    Staples

    3500 8th St SW
    7 minute drive / 3.39 miles away

    Target

    3414 8th St SW
    7 minute drive / 3.4 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Grand View University

    1200 Grandview Ave
    7 minute drive / 3.46 miles away

    Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

    1100 7th Street
    9 minute drive / 4.55 miles away

    Drake University

    2507 University Avenue
    12 minute drive / 5.93 miles away

    Groceries

    Aldi

    3940 E 14th St
    8 minute drive / 3.88 miles away

    Hy-Vee

    1900 Grand Ave
    11 minute drive / 5.41 miles away

    Save-A-Lot

    3200 SW 9th St
    11 minute drive / 5.47 miles away

    Hospitals

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    9 minute drive / 4.43 miles away

    Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant Street
    10 minute drive / 4.85 miles away

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Road
    11 minute drive / 5.33 miles away

    Military Bases

    Camp Dodge

    23 minute drive / 11.09 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

    2600 Hartford Avenue
    6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away

    Pappajohn Sculpture Park

    13th St. and Grand Ave
    10 minute drive / 4.95 miles away

    Gray's Lake

    2101 Fluer Drive
    12 minute drive / 5.87 miles away

    4001 E University Ave has 5 parks within 7.3 miles, including James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Great Western Trail, and Greenwood Park.

    Shopping Centers

    Waters Edge

    4400 E University Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

    Copper Creek Plaza

    1225 Copper Creek Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

    Williams Turf Farms I

    2910-2920 E University Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

    4001 E University Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

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    Grays Woods

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    Laurel Hill

    1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $705
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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Des Moines Studio Apartments $967$480$2,360
    Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,171$480$5,792
    Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,306$645$3,705
    Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,663$655$3,236
    Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,350$530$2,300

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