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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Washer and dryer included
- Original hardwood flooring
- Finished basement
- 2 car garage
- Luxury vinyl plank
Location
4015 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Property Overview
Located in a desirable area, this property features original hardwood flooring, a finished basement, and luxury vinyl plank flooring, enhancing its overall appeal. It is positioned within close proximity to a highly-rated high school and offers excellent value per square foot compared to similar properties. Additionally, the nearby amenities support pet ownership, with multiple pet supply stores, a grooming service, and a pet hospital in the vicinity.
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
Pet owners
Amenities for 4015 University Ave, Drake
Features
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Community
| 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
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 4015 University Ave
FIRST MONTH FREE RENT! 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house original hardwood flooring in living room and dining room. Luxury Vinyl Plank in 3 of the bedrooms. Finished basement with family room. 2 car garage. Washer and Dryer included. Merrell Middle School and Roosevelt High School school district. Resident responsible for all utilities, lawn care and snow removal. You can schedule a showing and/or fill out application via our website at topshelfiowa com When applying make sure to upload all proof of income and a photo ID, if you do not provide all pertinent information your application will not be processed. Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. Application fee is $49 per person. Everyone 18 and over is required to fill out an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background check. *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. All Top Shelf Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $49.50 per month which includes liability insurance from A+ carrier, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery helping to keep your HVAC system running on less energy (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service that with one call sets up your required utility services, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details can be found on our website under RBP. Please NOTE that this property is managed by TOP SHELF Property Management. If you are asked to send money to anyone vs paying on Top Shelfs resident portal it is a scam. Please make sure to call us FIRST 515-664-8252! Lease length 12-Month Standard Section 8 is unavailable at this time Smoking is not permitted on the property 2 Car Garage
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 4015 University Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Drake |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Drake
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $856 |
| April 2024 | $897 |
| May 2024 | $896 |
| June 2024 | $906 |
| July 2024 | $898 |
| August 2024 | $849 |
| September 2024 | $935 |
| October 2024 | $937 |
| November 2024 | $884 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $959 |
| April 2024 | $935 |
| May 2024 | $899 |
| June 2024 | $876 |
| July 2024 | $763 |
| August 2024 | $813 |
| September 2024 | $979 |
| October 2024 | $978 |
| November 2024 | $865 |
| 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 | $890 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 7 months ago | $2,595 |
Schools near 4015 University Ave
Perkins Elementary School
4301 college
des moines, IA, 50311
K-5Public
C+
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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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Getting around Des Moines near 4015 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
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 4015 University Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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