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Pet Friendly
Location
6500 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50324, USA
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Floor plans
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,420 sqft | $1,515 /mo | 1 unit available | To prelease apartment please complete guest card. Apartment will be leased when a deposit is paid to hold the apartment until May move in. Internet is optional and is Century Link Fiber. The one time fee of $100 is only if you choose internet package. Pets welcome for fee. Why 6500 University Ave is a great place to live: *Live above Heart Space Massage Therapy and Gravitate Coworking (Midtown) *Steps from several Windsor Heights favorites like: The Bake Shoppe, Centerfield Sports Bar, Clover Tattoo, 4 Seasons Nails, Grounds for Celebration and MORE! *Prime Windsor Heights location in the heart of the Des Moines metro *Quick drive to Downtown Des Moines, Waukee, and West Des Moines *Minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center shopping, dining, and entertainment *Easy access to I-235 and major commuter routes *Surrounded by local restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood favorites *Close to grocery stores, pharmacies, and everyday essentials *Nearby parks, trails, and outdoor recreation *Located in a walkable, convenient neighborhood *A perfect balance of quiet residential living with city convenience |
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Amenities for 6500 University
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Kitchen Bar | Large Walk-in Closet |
| Large Windows | Modern Finishes |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Central Air and Heat | Dishwasher |
| Full Size Washer and Dryer | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator/Freezer |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Elevator | Large Laundry Room |
| Onsite Laundry |
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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Water Fee
Monthly.
$75
OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About 6500 University
Located on University Avenue with elevator access and quick access to Interstate 235, you’re just minutes from everything in a prime Windsor Heights location. Pet-friendly community welcoming both cats and dogs. Fees apply.
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 6500 University compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Des Moines
2-bedroom apartments at 6500 University cost about 44% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
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 |
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Can I afford to live at 6500 University Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$60,600/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,515.
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Schools near 6500 University
Windsor Elementary School
5912 university ave
des moines, IA, 50311
K-5Public
C+
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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 6500 University Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
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 6500 University Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Hickman Taylors
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Phoenix Cafe
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