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3809 University Ave #18

Des Moines, IA 50311 - Polk County

Apartment

2 beds

1 baths

725 sqft

About 3809 University Ave #18

Feel like you are living in the trees - enjoy a beautiful scenic vista from your private balcony. This unit comes with tons of natural light and is perfect if you want to be conveniently located near Downtown Des Moines and Drake University, just blocks away from I235, you are going to have easy access to jobs in Altoona, Bondurant, Carlisle or anywhere in the Des Moines Metro area. Unit is equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove/oven, carpet in the living and bedrooms and tile in the kitchen and bathroom. Garages are available for rent at $60 per month. A/C in the unit. Pet friendly with no breed or weight restrictions. 12 month lease or longer. Pet Friendly, Dogs ok & Cats ok.

RentalSource last checked: July 31, 2025 at 1:38 PM ET

Last updated: July 23, 2025 at 2:28 PM ET

Listed by: Spire Property Management, (515) 373-8331

Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$875
Bedrooms:	2 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	725 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Has Garage:	Yes
ID:	81855994

Property Amenities

• Air Conditioning

• Balcony/Patio

• Carpeted Floors

• Dishwasher

• Garage

• Pet Friendly

• Refrigerator

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Des Moines for $875 with 2 beds, 1 bath, 725 sqft, pet friendly and located at 3809 University Ave #18 in Des Moines, IA 50311. The rental price of $875 is 21.9% ($246) lower than the average rent of $1,121 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA and 27.8% ($337) lower than the average rent of $1,212 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Polk County. 3809 University Ave #18 was advertised by Spire Property Management on July 23, 2025 at 10:04 AM ET and last checked today at 1:38 PM ET.

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(515) 373-8331

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