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Location
3517 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Drake and Chetwynd LLC
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Property Overview
Situated in a desirable Des Moines neighborhood, the property offers spacious living areas and modern amenities. Ideal for those seeking proximity to local attractions and community resources, it also showcases beautiful landscaping and updated interiors. Additional benefits include ample natural light and a generous backyard, enhancing its appeal for both relaxation and entertainment.
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
High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 3517 University Ave, Drake
Apartment Amenities
| Spacious Floor Plans | Updated Appliances |
| Updated Paint |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Historic Charm | Onsite Laundry |
Services
| 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance | On-Site Management |
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
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Cat Policy
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About 3517 University Ave
Secure building access 8 Unit Building
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 3517 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Drake |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Drake
2-bedroom apartments at 3517 University Ave cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Drake
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 | $1,028 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,157 |
| January 2024 | $1,127 |
| February 2024 | $900 |
| March 2024 | $1,032 |
| April 2024 | $1,298 |
| May 2024 | $1,267 |
| June 2024 | $1,202 |
| July 2024 | $1,145 |
| August 2024 | $1,165 |
| September 2024 | $1,274 |
| October 2024 | $1,290 |
| November 2024 | $1,159 |
| December 2024 | $1,192 |
| January 2025 | $1,118 |
| February 2025 | $1,127 |
| March 2025 | $1,095 |
| April 2025 | $975 |
| May 2025 | $954 |
| June 2025 | $930 |
| July 2025 | $950 |
| August 2025 | $950 |
| September 2025 | $920 |
| October 2025 | $892 |
| November 2025 | $934 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 months ago | $799 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 3517 University Ave
Perkins Elementary School
4301 college
des moines, IA, 50311
K-5Public
C+
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 3517 University Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
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
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3517 University Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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