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1260 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

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The Drake Apartments

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

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1–4 Bedrooms
$630-$1,370Pricing
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
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

Call Us: (515) 416-5929

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Drake Apartments offers 1 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $630 and having 505–1,088 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms
3 Bedrooms
4 Bedrooms

Floorplan B1

$775

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 625 sq ft

Available Dec 10

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Availability Details

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Deposit	Property Map
$775	December 10, 2025	0041	625	$500

Unit 0041 Amenities and Features

Unique Features

Google Fiber Internet $65/month

Unit 0041 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$775

Deposit

$500 deposit

Unit Description

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

Model Rent and Fees

Price

$775

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Floorplan B3

From $630

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 505 sq ft

Available Dec 17

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Availability Details

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Deposit	Property Map	Photos	View Details
$680	December 17, 2025	2031	505	$500			View Details Below
$630	December 17, 2025	5021	505	$500			View Details Below
$680	January 3, 2026	3011	505	$500			View Details Below

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

$630 - $680

Deposit

$500 deposit

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Unit 2031 Amenities and Features

Unique Features

Google Fiber Internet $65/month
Updated Flooring

Unit 2031 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

Model Price Range

$630 - $680

Unit 5021 Amenities and Features

Unique Features

Google Fiber Internet $65/month

Unit 5021 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$630

Deposit

$500 deposit

Unit Description

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

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$630 - $680

Unit 3011 Amenities and Features

Unique Features

Google Fiber Internet $65/month

Unit 3011 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

Model Price Range

$630 - $680

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2 Bedrooms
Floorplan C2
$825
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 693 sq ft
Available Dec 17
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Property Map View Details
$825 December 17, 2025 3022 693 $500 View Details Below
$825 January 7, 2026 3052 693 $500 View Details Below
Model Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
$825
Deposit
$500 deposit
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Unit 3022 Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Unique Features
Google Fiber Internet $65/month
Updated Flooring
Updated Paint
Unit 3022 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$825
Deposit
$500 deposit
Unit Description
BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount!
Model Rent and Fees
Price
$825
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Unit 3052 Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Unique Features
Google Fiber Internet $65/month
Updated Flooring
Unit 3052 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$825
Deposit
$500 deposit
Unit Description
BIG SAVINGS! Apply NOW to Take Advantage of $1,200 Discount!
Model Rent and Fees
Price
$825
Apartment Model: C2From $8252 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable December 17, 2025
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Apartment Unit: 3022Apartment Model: C2$8252 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable December 17, 2025
Apartment Unit: 3052Apartment Model: C2$8252 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable January 7, 2026
3 Bedrooms
Floorplan D1
$1,335
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1088 sq ft
Available January 1, 2026
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Property Map Photos
$1,335 January 1, 2026 0401 1088 $500
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Unit 0401 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Unique Features
Google Fiber Internet $65/month
Premier Unit
Unit 0401 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$1,335
Deposit
$500 deposit
Unit Description
Call Today to inquire about this tucked-away gem, located in the heart of Des Moines!
Model Rent and Fees
Price
$1,335
Apartment Unit: 0401Apartment Model: D1$1,3353 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1088 sq ftAvailable January 1, 2026
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4 Bedrooms
Floorplan E1
$1,370
4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1088 sq ft
Available January 30, 2026
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Property Map
$1,370 January 30, 2026 0106 1088 $500
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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
Apartment Unit: 0106Apartment Model: E1$1,3704 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1088 sq ftAvailable January 30, 2026

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

136 Units
3 Stories
Built in 1979
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Lease Terms

12 mo

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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$60

Utilities & Essentials

Monthly Internet FeeiCharged per unit$65/mo

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

Fees Not Specified

Dogs

Fees Not Specified

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

Easy Interstate Access
Google Fiber Internet $65/month
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

Community Features

Corporate Housing

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
Oven
Dishwasher
Eat In Kitchen
Microwave
Kitchen

Living Area Features

Walk In Closets
Dining Room
Vinyl Flooring
Carpet
Window Coverings

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Hours and Contact Info

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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 $630 to $1,370

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 17.55% cheaper than the average apartment in the Drake area, and 30.43% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.
Rent Comparison to the Drake Neighborhood
Floorplan Lowest Price Here Neighborhood Avg Rent Nbhd Avg Rent Cost Difference %
1 Bedroom $630 $1,027 -$397 -38.7%
2 Bedroom $825 $1,116 -$291 -26.1%
3 Bedroom $1,335 $1,411 -$76 -5.4%
4 Bedroom $1,370 $1,370 +$0 -0.0%
Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines
Floorplan Lowest Price Here City Average Rent Cost Difference %
1 Bedroom $630 $1,096 -$466 -42.5%
2 Bedroom $825 $1,213 -$388 -32.0%
3 Bedroom $1,335 $1,509 -$174 -11.5%
4 Bedroom $1,370 $2,132 -$762 -35.7%
Methodology: On 12/01/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 216 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Drake Apartments (Drake), and 1393 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 12/01/2025

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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
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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

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

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

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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.

Nearby Neighborhoods

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Drake University

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments	$908	$500	$2,116
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments	$1,096	$597	$2,938
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments	$1,213	$648	$2,884
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments	$1,509	$685	$2,810
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments	$2,132	$655	$10,000+

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