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4801 University Avenue #1, Des Moines, Iowa 50311, United States|Waveland Park
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Amenities for 4801 University Avenue #1, Waveland Park
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Carpet |
| Ceiling Fan | Central Heat |
| Heating | Kitchen Island |
| Linen Closet | Mirrors |
| Vintage | Vinyl Floors |
| Window Coverings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Climate Control |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Smoke-free |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
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Apartments in Des MoinesWaveland Park 4801 University Avenue #1, Des Moines, Iowa 50311, United States
Apartments in Des MoinesWaveland Park 4801 University Avenue #1, Des Moines, Iowa 50311, United StatesMOVE-IN SPECIAL: ONE MONTH FREE RENT!! This fully remodeled unit is stunning! Lots of great natural light, spacious, and beautiful finishes. Brand new flooring, cabinetry, appliances, *SECURED ENTRY*, Security cameras, new windows, new furnace/ac, exercise equipment on-site, etc. Everything has been updated! Shared laundry in the building, off-street parking, semi-private entrance from the parking lot. Pet friendly with references. Background and credit check required. No recent or violent crimes, Credit score of 600+ preferred. Spacious, bright, and fully renovated, these apartments are conveniently located across the street from The Waveland Cafe and within walking distance to golf, groceries, coffee, and more. Each of these roomy apartments has updated flooring, cabinets, countertops, and appliances. State-of-the-art laundry machines have been installed in the basement for your convenience. Off-street, dedicated parking for each unit. We can't wait to show you these units!
Address details
| Neighborhood | Waveland Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Waveland Park
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Waveland Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,195 |
| 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 | $1,024 |
| December 2025 | $1,030 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,400 |
| January 2024 | $1,400 |
| February 2024 | $1,400 |
| March 2024 | $1,380 |
| April 2024 | $1,350 |
| June 2024 | $1,375 |
| July 2024 | $1,353 |
| August 2024 | $1,222 |
| May 2025 | $1,275 |
| July 2025 | $1,295 |
| August 2025 | $1,295 |
| September 2025 | $1,295 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 months ago | $1,350 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,075 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 4801 University Avenue #1
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 4801 University Avenue #1
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 4801 University Avenue #1, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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