Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

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1800 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-6645
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Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

1800 Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-6645
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $735-$920Pricing
  • 475–655Square Feet

Rent Specials

UP TO $1200 OFF Select Units!~~Up to $1,200 Off (select units) *Contact Leasing Office for Details

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About Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

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 and Manor Apartment Homes 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

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $735 and having 475–655 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    S2Uwv

    $735

    Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $735Available Now53C475$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 53C Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $735

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $735
  • 1 Bedroom

    A1Uwv

    $800

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 530 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $800Available Now11B530$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 11B Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $800

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800

    A1_ARTISAN

    $875

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 530 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $875Available 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

    • $875

    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

    • $875

    A3_ARTISAN

    $920

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 655 sq ft
    Available Dec 24
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $920 December 24, 202555E655

    Unit 55E Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Disposal

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Unit 55E Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $920

    Unit Description

    New everything from the floors to the paint to the appliances, plus a private porch and easy parking!

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $920
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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Lease Terms

  • 6 - 12 mo

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 Move-In
Administrative Fee$150
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$40

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent

Cats

  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent

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
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1800 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
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

Getting Around

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

Where is Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes located?

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

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

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes currently range from $735 to $920

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes 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

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes is: UP TO $1200 OFF Select Units!~~Up to $1,200 Off (select units) *Contact Leasing Office for Details.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes Apartments are 1.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the Watrous South area, and 22.25% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Watrous South Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$735$735+$0-0.0%
    1 Bedroom$800$823-$23-2.8%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$735$894-$159-17.8%
    1 Bedroom$800$1,091-$291-26.7%

    Methodology: On 11/19/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 62 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes (Watrous South), and 1024 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 11/19/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.8
27 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Amazing!

    October 9, 2025
    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!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

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

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

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

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

    October 15, 2020
    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.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

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

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

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

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

    July 16, 2020
    great place .
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    July 13, 2020
    Friendly, welcoming community with wonderful staff.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Lincoln High School

Des Moines Independent Community
2600 Southwest 9th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2403 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
1/10

Brody Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
2501 Park Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (603 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
3/10

Wright Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community
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 and Manor Apartment Homes.

Big Box and Retail

Autozone

1123 Army Post Rd
5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

Walgreens

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

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
5 minute drive / 2.45 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 and Manor Apartment Homes 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

Fareway 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 and Manor Apartment Homes has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $894$500$2,354
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,091$597$2,925
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,213$648$2,884
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,526$685$3,067
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,465$655$10,000+

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