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(515) 305-3924
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3201 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

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Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 305-3924
Forest Avenue Village in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $690-$1,350 Pricing
  • 415–962 Square Feet

Rent Specials

LIMITED-TIME SPECIAL: Redduced rents!~~Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive: * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!

About Forest Avenue Village

Limited-Time Pricing Alert! Welcome to Forest Avenue Village in Des Moines, IA! This apartment offers a private entrance for added privacy and convenience. Inside, you'll find a modern kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and a large kitchen island perfect for meal prep and entertaining. With the added convenience of a washer and dryer in unit, you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call Forest Avenue Village home!

Forest Avenue Village is located in the Drake Neighborhood and 50311 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Premier Real Estate Services

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Access Control Units
  • Easy Interstate Access
  • Large Kitchen Island
  • Minutes To Downtown Des Moines
  • Near Drake University
  • Private Entrance
  • Quartz Countertop
  • Smart Access Entry
  • Smart Thermostats
  • Tile Backsplash

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Forest Avenue Village offers Studio to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $690 and having 415–962 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio

    $690

    Studio, 1 Bath, 415 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $690Available Now3202415

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 3202 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $690

    Unit Description

    Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required Studios are regularly $825/month, the promotional price shown is reflected at $690. Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $690
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom

    $950

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 665 sq ft
    Available Sep 21

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $950 September 21, 20261208665

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 1208 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $950

    Unit Description

    Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required 1 bedrooms are regularly $950/month, the promotional price shown is reflected at $815. Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $950
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom

    $1,350

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 962 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,350Available Now3208962

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 3208 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,350

    Unit Description

    Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required 3 bedriooms are regularly $1500/month, the promotional price shown is reflected at $1350. Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,350
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.

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Property Information

  • 50 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 2017
  • Furnished

Lease Terms

  • 12+ mo

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.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$60.00

Utilities

Monthly Internet FeeiCharged per unit.$65.00/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Personal Add-Ons

Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$45.00/mo

Parking Fees

Parking
Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged per vehicle.$50.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 1.

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats
Allowed
Dogs
Allowed

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.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Access Control Units
  • Easy Interstate Access
  • Large Kitchen Island
  • Minutes To Downtown Des Moines
  • Near Drake University
  • Private Entrance
  • Quartz Countertop
  • Smart Access Entry
  • Smart Thermostats
  • Tile Backsplash

On-Site Services

  • Online Services
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Community Wide Wi Fi
  • 24 Hour Access

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Interior Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • High Ceilings
  • Walk In Closets
  • Office
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Floor To Ceiling Windows
  • Window Coverings

Student Features

  • Walk To Campus
Google Map

Map

3201 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Getting Around

  • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 70 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Nightlife

    Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within walking distance

  • 70 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 80 / 100 Noise Level

    Very few sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Avenue Village

Where is Forest Avenue Village located?

Forest Avenue Village is located at 3201 Forest Ave near the Drake area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Forest Avenue Village?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Forest Avenue Village currently range from $690 to $1,350

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Forest Avenue Village are
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday By Appointment
  • Wednesday By Appointment
  • Thursday By Appointment
  • Friday By Appointment
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Forest Avenue Village is: LIMITED-TIME SPECIAL: Redduced rents!~~Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive: * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Forest Avenue Village Apartments are 12.1% cheaper than the average apartment in the Drake area, and 23.17% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Drake Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$690$891-$201-22.6%
    1 Bedroom$950$1,026-$76-7.4%
    3 Bedroom$1,350$1,440-$90-6.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$690$966-$276-28.6%
    1 Bedroom$950$1,189-$239-20.1%
    3 Bedroom$1,350$1,705-$355-20.8%

    Methodology: On 09/07/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 175 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Forest Avenue Village (Drake), and 1283 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 09/07/2026

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Nearby Schools

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (441 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
2/10

Perkins Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
4301 College
Public School - Grades K-5 (410 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
3/10

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1953 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Forest Avenue Village.

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

Forest Avenue Village 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

Forest Avenue Village has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Drake

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $690
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Drake University

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $550
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Kirkwood Glen

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $480
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $966$480$2,360
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,189$480$5,851
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,322$644$3,705
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,705$655$3,603
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,350$530$2,300

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