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
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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:
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Parking:
Yes
Available:
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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).
Typical $1,200This home $1,195
$950$1,480
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
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
Date
Event
Rent
Change
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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