2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2

Apartment
3 beds
1 bath
900 sqft
Cats & dogs OK

About 2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2

Charming 3-Bedroom Apartment Near Drake University - Pet Friendly.

Welcome to 2813 Cottage Grove Ave - a spacious and inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment just steps away from Drake University. This well-maintained unit features a generous living room with built-in shelving, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Three cozy bedrooms offer plenty of comfort, and a dedicated office space makes working or studying from home a breeze. Don't miss out on this conveniently located apartment in a walkable neighborhood close to campus, parks, restaurants, and more.

Tenant responsible for electric. $49 per adult/month water fee. 1 parking spot per unit. Amenities: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom & Landlord Pays Sewer, Trash.
25 days on RentalSource
RentalSource last checked: 2 hours ago · Listing updated: October 25, 2026
Listed by JoEllen Wesselman · (515) 650-8060
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Property Summary

Property Type: Apartment
Rental Fee: $1,195
Bedrooms: 3 beds
Bathrooms: 1 bath
Size: 900 sqft
Pets: Cats & dogs
Laundry: Inquire
Parking: Yes
Available: Inquire
ID: 84562097

Amenities

  • Parking

Leasing Information

1 yr and 1 month damage deposit.

Additional Details

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2 in Des Moines, IA 50311 rents for $1,195 a month. It has 900 square feet and is pet friendly. 2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2 was advertised by JoEllen Wesselman on October 9, 2026.

How the Rent Compares

At $1,195 a month, this apartment is close to the typical rent for 3-bedroom apartments and condos in Des Moines (about $1,200).

From 28 three-bedroom apartments and condos listed in Des Moines on RentalSource in November 2026: the scale holds eight in ten of them, and the shaded band the middle half.

$1,200Typical rent for 3-bedroom apartments and condos in Des Moines
$1,060–$1,310Middle half of their rents
37 daysAverage time they have been listed

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Rent History

This home was last listed for rent on RentalSource from July to October 2026, starting at $1,200 and ending at $1,195. Today's rent is the same.

Rent history for this home, newest first
DateEventRentChange
October 9, 2026 Listed for rent $1,195
October 5, 2026 Listing removed $1,195−0.4% −0.4%
July 15, 2026 Listed for rent $1,200
June 23, 2026 Listing removed $1,200
October 22, 2025 Listing removed $1,200−4.0% −4.0%
August 15, 2025 Price change $1,250−3.8% −3.8%
July 30, 2025 Listed for rent $1,300
June 19, 2025 Listing removed $1,300+15.6% +15.6%
May 29, 2025 Price change $1,125−2.2% −2.2%
May 9, 2025 Price change $1,150−6.1% −6.1%

These are listed prices. What renters actually paid may have been different.

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2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2, Des Moines, IA 50311
Apartment for rent
$1,195
Can I afford this home?
Interested in 2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2?
Find out more about this property & see if it's available now.
Property listed by
JoEllen Wesselman
(515) 650-8060
Avoid rental scams - Situations involving wire transfers or a landlord who can't meet you in person can be red flags.
$1,195
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