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2813 Cottage Grove Ave2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $750–$1,195Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–3 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 600–900 |
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $750–$1,195Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–3 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 600–900 |
Updated 4 Days Ago
3 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 50311 |
Property Overview
Conveniently located with large windows, spacious layouts, stylish finishes, built-in shelving, and an open-concept design, this home offers a bright and functional feel. Its value for money ranks in the 71.43 percentile compared with other properties in the area.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- conveniently located
- large windows
- spacious layouts
- stylish finishes
- built-in shelving
- open-concept design
Units
2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA
2813 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
Available
1 Bed, 1 Bath
1 Bed
1 Bath
$750
Available
2
3 Beds
1 Bath
$1,195
Amenities for 2813 Cottage Grove Ave
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
Policies at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 2813 Cottage Grove Ave
Check out this charming property located at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave in the desirable Drake neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. This intimate community consists of 2 units, offering 1 and 3-bedroom options ranging in size from 600 to 900 square feet. Residents will appreciate the spacious layouts, large windows, built-in shelving, and stylish finishes that create a peaceful living space. Enjoy the open-concept design and generous living room perfect for relaxation. This smoke-free environment also offers a convenient location close to local amenities. With only 2 units, this property provides a unique opportunity for those seeking a quiet and private living experience.
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Address details
| Units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 50311 |
2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2 is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Des Moines
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Drake.
3-bedroom apartments at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2 cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Drake.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $874 |
| December 2024 | $898 |
| January 2025 | $897 |
| February 2025 | $895 |
| March 2025 | $825 |
| April 2025 | $783 |
| May 2025 | $774 |
| June 2025 | $773 |
| July 2025 | $773 |
| August 2025 | $767 |
| September 2025 | $753 |
| October 2025 | $750 |
| November 2025 | $750 |
| December 2025 | $750 |
| January 2026 | $762 |
| February 2026 | $791 |
| March 2026 | $795 |
| April 2026 | $798 |
| May 2026 | $802 |
| June 2026 | $801 |
| July 2026 | $812 |
| August 2026 | $840 |
| September 2026 | $852 |
| October 2026 | $845 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $866 |
| December 2024 | $899 |
| January 2025 | $912 |
| February 2025 | $910 |
| March 2025 | $850 |
| May 2025 | $700 |
| July 2025 | $738 |
| August 2025 | $727 |
| September 2025 | $705 |
| October 2025 | $566 |
| November 2025 | $641 |
| December 2025 | $856 |
| January 2026 | $806 |
| February 2026 | $840 |
| March 2026 | $897 |
| April 2026 | $876 |
| May 2026 | $871 |
| June 2026 | $908 |
| July 2026 | $818 |
| August 2026 | $879 |
| September 2026 | $901 |
| October 2026 | $883 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$30,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | Last month | $750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 4 months ago | $1,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 years ago | $650 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 years ago | $650 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 years ago | $650 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 2813 Cottage Grove Ave #2
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Hubbell Elementary School
800 42nd st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-5Public
C+
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Drake | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 2813 Cottage Grove Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 2813 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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