Zumper
modified
Updated 2 Days Ago

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quartz countertops
  • Modern kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Private entrance
  • Tile backsplash
  • Large kitchen island

Location

3201 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
Hi! Let’s figure out if this property is right for you.

Powered by Zumper AI

Tour Forest Avenue Village

Contact

Management

Forest Ave Village

Leasing office

(515) 461-8131

Property Overview

Forest Avenue Village offers strong value with an overall Zumper rating of 8.3, supported by a top price score, high location rating, and solid amenities. Renters can also expect useful listing detail and appealing features like quartz countertops, a modern kitchen, a large kitchen island, a tile backsplash, washer and dryer, and a private entrance, along with 11 photos for a clearer look.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Forest Avenue Village is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Avenue Village has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath415 sqft$775 /mo1 unit availableHere’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required Studios are regularly $825/month, the promotional price shown is reflected at $690. Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!

Let's explore this property.

Amenities for Forest Avenue Village

Building

Cats OKDogs 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.

Contact Property

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

Contact Property

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Questions about this property’s policies and fees?

Building details

Property details

Units50

About Forest Avenue Village

HomeApartments in Des MoinesDrake Forest Avenue Village

Limited-Time Pricing Alert! Welcome to Forest Avenue Village in Des Moines, IA! This apartment offers a private entrance for added privacy and convenience. Inside, you'll find a modern kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and a large kitchen island perfect for meal prep and entertaining. With the added convenience of a washer and dryer in unit, you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call Forest Avenue Village home!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Forest Avenue Village is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Avenue Village has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Forest Avenue Village
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Forest Avenue Village offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Forest Avenue Village is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Forest Avenue Village is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Forest Avenue Village does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Forest Avenue Village provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Forest Avenue Village is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 53 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options

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 Forest Avenue Village compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 65 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 0.9 miles away
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers

Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere

Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Email*
By clicking submit, I accept Zumper's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Community Values.

Rent trends in Drake

studio apartments at Forest Avenue Village cost about 8% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Drake.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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
April 2026$798
May 2026$802
June 2026$801
July 2026$812
August 2026$840
September 2026$852
October 2026$845
A table of studio rental data trends in Drake
MonthMedian Rent
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$897
April 2026$876
May 2026$871
June 2026$908
July 2026$818
August 2026$879
September 2026$901
October 2026$845

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3201 Forest Ave?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$31,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $775.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Forest Avenue Village

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
Powered byniche.com

Neighborhood

Drake | Des Moines, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 3201 Forest Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 3201 Forest Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

6/10
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

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 3201 Forest Ave

Hilal Groceries
1163 25th St
Campbells Nutrition Center
4040 University Ave
Hy-Vee Drugstore
4100 University Ave
Price Chopper Beaver
1819 Beaver Ave
Salam Grocery
2424 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

Compare similar properties nearby

featured image of 660 E 5th St

The Lyon

Our team has verified this company

East Village • 660 E 5th St

Studio–1 Bed

$947–$1,247

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
No
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 2132 Grand Ave

Briarwood

Our team has verified this company

2132 Grand Ave

2 Beds

$850

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 772 N Pleasant Hill Blvd

Peterson Place 2

Our team has verified this company

772 N Pleasant Hill Blvd

2 Beds

$895

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 1200 4th St

Walden Point

Our team has verified this company

River Bend • 1200 4th St

1 Bed

$860

cats ok
No
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 108 5th Ave Nw

Bridlewood Apartments

Our team has verified this company

108 5th Ave Nw

1–2 Beds

$965–$1,079

cats ok
No
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 405 6th Ave

Downtown Des Moines • 405 6th Ave

Studio–2 Beds

$810–$1,295

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 1645 Nw 84th St #11

1645 Nw 84th St #11

2 Beds

$950

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 3810 Sw 3rd St

3810 Sw 3rd St

2 Beds

$995

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
No
dishwasher
No
featured image of 660 E 5th St

The Lyon

Our team has verified this company

East Village • 660 E 5th St

Studio–1 Bed

$947–$1,247

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
No
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 2132 Grand Ave

Briarwood

Our team has verified this company

2132 Grand Ave

2 Beds

$850

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 772 N Pleasant Hill Blvd

Peterson Place 2

Our team has verified this company

772 N Pleasant Hill Blvd

2 Beds

$895

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 1200 4th St

Walden Point

Our team has verified this company

River Bend • 1200 4th St

1 Bed

$860

cats ok
No
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 108 5th Ave Nw

Bridlewood Apartments

Our team has verified this company

108 5th Ave Nw

1–2 Beds

$965–$1,079

cats ok
No
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 405 6th Ave

Downtown Des Moines • 405 6th Ave

Studio–2 Beds

$810–$1,295

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 1645 Nw 84th St #11

1645 Nw 84th St #11

2 Beds

$950

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 3810 Sw 3rd St

3810 Sw 3rd St

2 Beds

$995

cats ok
Yes
on-site laundry
No
dishwasher
No

Check availability

Full name*
Move-in date
Floor plan
By sending this inquiry, I accept Zumper's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Community Values. By providing my phone number, I consent (not a condition of purchase) to be called and texted by Forest Avenue Village.