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1260 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 416-5929
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The Drake Apartments

1260 34th St
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 416-5929
The Drake Apartments in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–4 Bedrooms
  • $680-$1,380Pricing
  • 505–1,088Square Feet

Rent Specials

Take Advantage of $1200 Savings!~~Take Advantage of $1200 Savings!

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About The Drake Apartments

Apply Now to Take Advantage of $1200 Total Savings! Welcome to The Drake, located in the heart of Des Moines, IA. Our newly remodeled units offer spacious interiors, perfect for those seeking a comfortable and modern living space. With easy interstate access, commuting has never been easier. The Drake is also conveniently located near Drake University, making it an ideal choice for students and faculty. Our pet-friendly community welcomes your furry friends with a paid pet fee, ensuring that everyone in your family feels at home. Enjoy the convenience of Google Fiber Internet ($65/month), & on-site laundry facilities making chores a breeze. Our dedicated on-site management and maintenance teams are always available to assist you with any needs or concerns. Take a dip in our refreshing swimming pool or soak up the sun on our sundeck, perfect for those hot summer days. At The Drake, we prioritize your comfort and convenience, providing you with a hassle-free living experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call The Drake your new home. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see why our residents love living here!

The Drake Apartments 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

  • Easy Interstate Access
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Monthly Internet Fee
  • Near Drake University
  • on-site laundry
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • On-Site Management
  • Pet Friendly with Paid Pet Fee
  • Renovated Unit
  • Spacious Interiors

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Drake Apartments offers 1 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $680 and having 505–1,088 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    Floorplan B3

    $680

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 505 sq ft
    Available Oct 29

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $680 October 29, 20256061505$500

    Unit 6061 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Flooring

    Unit 6061 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $680

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan B2

    From $785

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 564 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $785Available Now0006564$500
    $860Available Now0023564$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $860

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit 0006 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Flooring
    • Updated Paint

    Unit 0006 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $785

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount! **1300 34th #0006 - MOVE IN AS SOON AS 10/6!**

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $860

    Unit 0023 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Flooring

    Unit 0023 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $860

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount! **1300 34th #0006 - MOVE IN AS SOON AS 10/6!**

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $860

    Floorplan C2

    From $785

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 693 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $875Available Now3022693$500
    $900Available Now3072693$500
    $785 October 22, 20252032693$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $900

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit 3022 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Appliances
    • Updated Fixtures
    • Updated Flooring
    • Updated Paint

    Unit 3022 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $875

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $900

    Unit 3072 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Premier Unit

    Unit 3072 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $900

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $900

    Unit 2032 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Fixtures

    Unit 2032 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $785

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $785 - $900
  • 3 Bedrooms

    Floorplan D1

    $1,380

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1088 sq ft
    Available Nov 24

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,380 November 24, 202504011088$500

    Unit 0401 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Premier Unit

    Unit 0401 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,380

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    **3 & 4 bedroom units available at this time**

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,380
  • 4 Bedrooms

    Floorplan E1

    $1,370

    4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1088 sq ft
    Available Nov 30

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosView Details
    $1,370 November 30, 202504031088$500
    $1,370 January 30, 202601061088$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,370

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit 0403 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Cabinets
    • Updated Paint

    Unit 0403 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,370

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    ***4 BED/2 BATH AVAILABLE SOON!!*** - exact availability date subject to change -

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,370

    Unit 0106 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Unique Features

    • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
    • Updated Appliances
    • Updated Fixtures
    • Updated Flooring
    • Updated Paint

    Unit 0106 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,370

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit Description

    ***4 BED/2 BATH AVAILABLE SOON!!*** - exact availability date subject to change -

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,370
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

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

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

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$60

Utilities & Essentials

Monthly Internet Fee$65/mo

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • Fees Not Specified

Dogs

  • Fees Not Specified

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Easy Interstate Access
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Monthly Internet Fee
  • Near Drake University
  • on-site laundry
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • On-Site Management
  • Pet Friendly with Paid Pet Fee
  • Renovated Unit
  • Spacious Interiors

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Sundeck

Recreation and Fitness

  • Pool

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Dining Room
  • Window Coverings
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
Google Map

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1260 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
MondayClosed
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about The Drake Apartments

Where is The Drake Apartments located?

The Drake Apartments is located at 1260 34th St near the Drake area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at The Drake Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at The Drake Apartments currently range from $680 to $1,380

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Drake Apartments 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 The Drake Apartments is: Take Advantage of $1200 Savings!~~Take Advantage of $1200 Savings!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The Drake Apartments Apartments are 19.78% cheaper than the average apartment in the Drake area, and 31.4% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Drake Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$680$1,131-$451-39.9%
    2 Bedroom$785$1,144-$359-31.4%
    3 Bedroom$1,380$1,497-$117-7.8%
    4 Bedroom$1,370$1,370+$0-0.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$680$1,103-$423-38.3%
    2 Bedroom$785$1,230-$445-36.2%
    3 Bedroom$1,380$1,572-$192-12.2%
    4 Bedroom$1,370$2,243-$873-38.9%

    Methodology: On 10/16/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 221 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Drake Apartments (Drake), and 1382 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 10/16/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
1 Renters Reviews
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  • Nice place

    November 2, 2014
    I eneded up moving to a complex closer to my work, but I used to live in this neighborhood in the drake area. Never any problems. friendly people.
    • Property Manager Responded

      January 19, 2021
      Thanks for your review! Let us know if we can assist in the future.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
4/10

Perkins Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community
4301 College
Public School - Grades K-5 (438 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
6/10

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Drake Apartments.

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

The Drake Apartments 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

The Drake Apartments 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 $907$535$2,364
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,103$547$3,052
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,230$648$3,780
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,572$685$2,932
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,243$655$9,127

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