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4171 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA|Valley High Manor

Property Overview

Located in a value-centric area, this property scores in the 100th percentile for cost-effectiveness compared to others nearby. It's advantageous for pet lovers due to the absence of breed restrictions and proximity to pet services and outdoor spaces. Additionally, a highly rated high school is conveniently located just over a mile away.

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
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

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Rent trends in Valley High Manor

2-bedroom apartments at 4171 E University Ave cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Valley High Manor
Des Moines
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,024
December 2025$1,042
January 2026$1,022
February 2026$1,033
March 2026$1,048
April 2026$1,076
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Valley High Manor
MonthMedian Rent
March 2026$850
April 2026$850

Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 4171 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA.
This month$815

Schools near 4171 E University Ave

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic

Willard Elementary School

2941 dean ave

des moines, IA, 50317

K-5Public
C

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 4171 E University Ave

Walking

3/10
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

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 4171 E University Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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