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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Pet-friendly
- Rear patio
Location
3220 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA|Accent
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Property Overview
Located in a prime area with a top-rated elementary school just 0.33 miles away, this property offers excellent value per square foot compared to others nearby. It features outdoor spaces that promote a pet-friendly environment, complete with no breed restrictions and a nearby pet hospital. Additionally, a rear patio enhances the outdoor living experience, making it a desirable choice for those seeking both comfort and accessibility.
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- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 3220 E University Ave, Accent
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 3220 E University Ave
This adorable one bedroom, one bathroom home comes with the refrigerator and stove. The home has laundry hookups on the main level. This home has a enclosed front porch, rear patio and a 1+ detached garage. Initial lease terms are 12 months with short term leases available for an additional fee. Residents pay all utilities. Electric and Gas are set up and billed through MidAmerican Energy and Water/Sewer/Trash to Des Moines Water Works. Residents also handle all lawn care and snow removal. Pet-friendly, no breed or weight restrictions. No more than 2 pets per home. Initial pet fee ($200 for first pet, $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($30/mo. per pet) apply. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.
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 3220 E University Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 214 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Accent |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50317 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Accent
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Accent
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,200 |
| January 2024 | $1,197 |
| February 2024 | $1,130 |
| March 2024 | $1,160 |
| April 2024 | $1,185 |
| May 2024 | $1,200 |
| June 2024 | $1,198 |
| July 2024 | $1,191 |
| August 2024 | $1,193 |
| September 2024 | $1,196 |
| October 2024 | $1,191 |
| November 2024 | $1,187 |
| December 2024 | $1,195 |
| January 2025 | $1,192 |
| February 2025 | $1,170 |
| March 2025 | $1,124 |
| April 2025 | $1,098 |
| May 2025 | $1,127 |
| June 2025 | $1,072 |
| July 2025 | $1,012 |
| August 2025 | $1,041 |
| September 2025 | $1,041 |
| October 2025 | $1,039 |
| November 2025 | $1,021 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,079 |
| January 2024 | $1,095 |
| February 2024 | $1,099 |
| March 2024 | $1,095 |
| December 2024 | $1,095 |
| July 2025 | $1,171 |
| August 2025 | $1,195 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 3220 E University Ave
Stowe Elementary School
1411 e 33rd st
des moines, IA, 50317
K-5Public
C-
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
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
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Getting around Des Moines near 3220 E University Ave
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
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 3220 E University Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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