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1800 Watrous Ave

Des Moines, IA 50315 - Polk County

Apartment

1 beds

1 baths

465-530 sqft

About 1800 Watrous Ave

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. Swimming Pool, Laundry Facilities, 24 Hour Fitness Center, Green Space, Dog Park, Club House, Business Center & Picnic Area with Stationary Grill. Pet Friendly.

RentalSource last checked: August 11, 2025 at 2:57 PM ET

Listed by: Wakonda Village, (515) 287-3210

Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$800 - $835
Bedrooms:	1 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	465-530 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	79751791

Property Amenities

• Balcony/Patio

• Ceiling Fan

• Pet Friendly

Community Features

• Clubhouse

• Fitness Center

• Laundry Facilities

• Pool

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
Studio	1	1	465	$800
1 Bed	1	1	530	$835

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Des Moines for $800-$835 with 1 bed, 1 bath, 465-530 sqft, pet friendly and located at 1800 Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA 50315. The averaged rental price of $818 is 18.0% ($179) lower than the average rent of $997 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA and 21.1% ($219) lower than the average rent of $1,037 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Polk County. This apartment is in the Des Moines Independent Community School District and the nearest schools are Jefferson Elementary School, Brody Middle School and Lincoln High School. 1800 Watrous Ave was advertised by Wakonda Village 6+ months ago and last updated yesterday at 2:57 PM ET.

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000 /year

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$800 - $835

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(515) 287-3210

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