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(515) 461-6645
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1800 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

1800 Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-6645
Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $820-$1,040 Pricing
  • 530–660 Square Feet

About Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

Welcome to Wakonda! Our community offers modern apartment living and amenities for your lifestyle. Our studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes include contemporary features like plank flooring and ceiling fans. Our amenities are the best in the market including a recently updated fitness center, large resort-style swimming pool and deck and a bark park to coincide with our pet friendly community. Wakonda Village and Manor offers an exceptional location next to the historical Wakonda Country Club. With a plethora of amenities nearby and just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Wakonda Village gives our residents easy access to all of Des Moines’ top attractions. Our community is walking distance to Hy-Vee and Fareway grocery stores as well as Starbucks and Panera Bread. Numerous other restaurants and bars a short drive. For active residents, the Great Western Trail system, Water Works Park and popular Gray’s Lake Park are just minutes away. Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes is within 10 minutes or 4.4 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area Community College and Grand View University.

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor is located in the Watrous South Neighborhood and 50315 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Artisan Management Group

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Business Center
  • Close To Starbucks And Other Restuarants
  • Club House
  • Coffee Bar In Clubhouse
  • Dog Park
  • Fitness Center
  • Green Space
  • Large Resort-style Swimming Pool
  • Minutes To Downtown Des Moines
  • Modern, Well Equipped Kitchens
  • Near Popular Bike Trails
  • Outdoor Greenspace
  • Outdoor Grilling Station
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Area with Stationary Grill
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring
  • Walking Distance To Fareway
  • Walking Distance To Hy-vee
  • Wi-fi In Common Areas

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–4:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $820 and having 530–660 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

Cost CalculatorEstimate your monthly and one-time fees
  • 1 Bedroom

    A1Uwv

    $855

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 530 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $855Available Now13C530$350

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 13C Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $855
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $855

    A1_ARTISAN

    $885

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 530 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $885Available Now15B530$350

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 15B Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $885
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Unit Description

    Beautiful appliances, along with brand-new paint and flooring! Slow-close cabinets, updated electrical and plumbing! What more could you want?! Come home and be a part of our community at beautiful Wakonda Village!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $885

    A2wv_MANOR

    $820

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 575 sq ft
    Available Aug 6
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $820 August 6, 20260228575$350

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0228 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $820
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Unit Description

    Welcome home to this bright and inviting 1 bed, 1 bath apartment at Wakonda Village! With 575 square feet of thoughtfully designed space. Enjoy the convenience of easy elevator access and a layout that maximizes both comfort and storage—featuring a large pantry, generous cupboard space, and a spacious walk-in shower. Brand new carpet adds a fresh, modern feel to your living space. Located in a highly convenient area, you’re just minutes from grocery stores, pharmacies, and banking—making everyday living simple and stress-free.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $820
  • 2 Bedrooms

    B1Uwv

    $1,040

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 660 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,040Available Now48C660$350

    Unit 48C Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Disposal

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Unit 48C Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,040
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,040
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

  • 382 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1951

Lease Terms

  • 6 - 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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$75.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged Per Unit.$195.00
Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.$500.00

Other Fees and Policies

Situational Fees

NSF FeeiCharged per unit.$25.00/per occurrence

Pet Fees

Other Pet
Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$350.00
Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$40.00/mo
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered

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

On-Site Services

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

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Picnic Area
  • Courtyard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Pantry
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Disposal

Living Area Features

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

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1800 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Getting Around

  • 50 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 90 / 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

  • 60 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Cafes

    Some cafés within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Nightlife

    Some bars within walking distance

  • 40 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within walking distance

  • 70 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 30 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

Where is Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor located?

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor is located at 1800 Watrous Ave near the Watrous South area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor currently range from $820 to $1,040

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor are
  • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor Apartments are 2.4% more expensive than the average apartment in the Watrous South area, and 25.75% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Watrous South Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$820$853-$33-3.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,040$957+$838.7%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$820$1,181-$361-30.6%
    2 Bedroom$1,040$1,314-$274-20.9%

    Methodology: On 08/05/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 96 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor (Watrous South), and 1182 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 08/05/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.6
28 Renters Reviews

Beautiful Community!!!

January 5, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
We can’t thank Emily, Luis and Hanna, the opportunity to live in such a beautiful community! They took a lot of time with us to answer all our questions. We could tell immediately that this was a very special place. Right off we were welcomed immediately by a nearby neighbor into the community. Wakonda is a very special place. Many matured trees, Very quiet. Area for dogs. Community seems very dog/cat friendly. Workout Room.Swimming Pool. Well maintained Apt’s./Buildings inside & out. Very ...
impressed with this community!!! THANK YOU EVER SO MUCH Emily, Luis and Hanna!
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Property Manager Responded

January 14, 2026
Thank you immensely for the wonderful review! We're thrilled Emily, Luis and Hanna provided excellent service. Welcome to our beautiful community!

Amazing!

October 9, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
Due to a nod opportunity I needed a place to move into immediately. I was moving from another state and had never been to Des Moines before so I rented the apartment sight unseen. Emily the manager and her team were very helpful and transparent throughout the entire process. The apartment was just as they described it and I am very happy with it. My very stressful situation was made less so by this wonderful team. I am truly thankful!

Property Manager Responded

October 12, 2025
We are ecstatic to hear Emily and our team made your stressful move easier. Thank you for trusting us sight unseen!

Verified Renter

December 28, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Great place for first timers from Texas. Super friendly community and front office staff is awesome.

Verified Renter

November 9, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Wakonda is a very friendly and inviting community its more then an apartment its a community and it is very well kept .

Verified Renter

October 29, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
The only thing to say is that I love it here and the managers make it even more better but my apartment is great.

Verified Renter

October 20, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Maintenance arrived within 15 min of my call. After hours! Thank you

Verified Renter

October 15, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
I like the area close to stores. I have never had work orders not responded to in a timely manor. I have usually had any questions answered in a timely manor and answered fully.

Verified Renter

September 28, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Things are done on time just not cleaned enough times through the months

Verified Renter

September 23, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Good place to live. Office staff are nice and maintenance gets done pretty quick.

Verified Renter

September 14, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
I don't get out very often but when I do the people that live here are very nice and polite to me.

Verified Renter

August 5, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Was surprised how quick the response was to my need. Maint person was courteous and very helpful and quick.

Verified Renter

July 16, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
great place .

Nearby Schools

Brody Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
2501 Park Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (614 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
3/10

Lincoln High School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
2600 Southwest 9th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2218 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
1/10

Wright Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
5001 Southwest 14th Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (273 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
6/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3140 SE 14th St
4 minute drive / 2.21 miles away

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
5 minute drive / 2.45 miles away

Target

1111 E Army Post Rd
5 minute drive / 2.64 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
7 minute drive / 3.41 miles away

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
7 minute drive / 3.71 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
11 minute drive / 5.26 miles away

Groceries

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

Hy-Vee

1900 Grand Ave
5 minute drive / 2.37 miles away

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
9 minute drive / 4.53 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
6 minute drive / 2.84 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
7 minute drive / 3.5 miles away

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

13th St. and Grand Ave
5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

Great Western Trail

7200 Southeast 5th Street
5 minute drive / 2.74 miles away

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor has 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Gray's Lake , Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Great Western Trail, Greenwood Park, and James W. Cownie Soccer Complex.

Shopping Centers

Wakonda on Fleur

4201-4313 Fleur Dr
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away

Airport Plaza

4214 Fleur Dr
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Fleur Plaza

4707 Fleur Dr
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Watrous South

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $575
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Southwest Des Moines

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $575
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Gray's Lake

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $575
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $929$575$1,981
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,181$480$5,348
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,314$648$4,055
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,724$655$3,305
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,331$530$2,500

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