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3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Property Overview
Located in a desirable area of Des Moines, this home offers a practical layout with comfortable living spaces and convenient access to local amenities. It also stands out for its appealing features and overall value, making it a solid option for a range of buyers.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- Central heat
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2, Drake
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Central Heat |
| Hardwood Floor | Renovated |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Laundry Shared | Onsite Laundry |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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Policies and fees
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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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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2
1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath on Cottage GroveAVAILABLE FOR MOVE IN Oct 14th $750.00Application and screening can typically be process within 48 hours!•Laundry on-site•Tenant responsible for all utilities•Off street parking or parking lot in back•Window AC Cooling/Central Heating (THESE UNITS DO NOT HAVE CENTRAL AC)•Application fee: $35•Deposit: One months rent•Pet friendly (w/deposit - 2 pet max)Things I LOVE about 3120 Cottage GroveLocal & Responsive Property ManagementHighly Desirable NeighborhoodAccessible Public TransitRestored & Refinished Hardwood FloorNew Light FixturesNew Plumbing FixturesNew Premium Paint ThroughoutBoiler HeatOn-site LaundryGreat NeighborsContact us to lease your new apartment while you still can515-218-2412
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 3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 352 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 miles away
- Central heat
- This address offers a climate controlled environment
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Drake |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Drake
1-bedroom apartments at 3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2 cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $953 |
| November 2024 | $963 |
| December 2024 | $1,007 |
| January 2025 | $1,018 |
| February 2025 | $983 |
| March 2025 | $949 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $915 |
| June 2025 | $918 |
| July 2025 | $876 |
| August 2025 | $870 |
| September 2025 | $870 |
| October 2025 | $855 |
| November 2025 | $848 |
| December 2025 | $865 |
| January 2026 | $870 |
| February 2026 | $870 |
| March 2026 | $870 |
| April 2026 | $871 |
| May 2026 | $874 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| July 2026 | $846 |
| August 2026 | $826 |
| September 2026 | $820 |
| October 2026 | $820 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $930 |
| November 2024 | $759 |
| December 2024 | $770 |
| January 2025 | $799 |
| February 2025 | $838 |
| March 2025 | $802 |
| April 2025 | $789 |
| May 2025 | $772 |
| June 2025 | $796 |
| July 2025 | $750 |
| August 2025 | $751 |
| September 2025 | $783 |
| October 2025 | $762 |
| November 2025 | $778 |
| December 2025 | $828 |
| January 2026 | $776 |
| February 2026 | $836 |
| March 2026 | $840 |
| April 2026 | $796 |
| May 2026 | $775 |
| June 2026 | $773 |
| July 2026 | $769 |
| August 2026 | $782 |
| September 2026 | $776 |
| October 2026 | $748 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $995 | 3 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $995 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $695 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 3120 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
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Drake | Des Moines, IA
Getting around Des Moines near 3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2
Walking
6/10
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 3120 Cottage Grove Ave #2, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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
7/10
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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