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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quartz countertops
  • Central air conditioning
  • Upscale finishes
  • Modern living experience
  • Access-controlled entry
  • Essentials

Location

3103 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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FIRST MONTH'S RENT WAIVED! Welcome to Forest Ave Rowhomes! (1BR/1BA)1 bed1 bath675 sqft
FIRST MONTH'S RENT WAIVED! Welcome to Forest Ave Rowhomes! (2BR/1.5BA)2 bed1.5 bath1,088 sqft

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Amenities for Forest Ave Rowhomes

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Cats OKDogs OK
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Dog Policy

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Cat Policy

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About Forest Ave Rowhomes

HomeApartments in Des MoinesDrake Forest Ave Rowhomes

Welcome to Forest Ave Rowhomes 3109 Forest Avenue · Des Moines, IA 50311 Brand-new and beautifully finished, Forest Ave Rowhomes offer a modern living experience in one of Des Moines’ most vibrant corridors—just steps from Drake University and minutes from downtown. Choose from thoughtfully designed 1BR/1BA and 2BR/1BA single-level layouts, all featuring upscale finishes, smart design, and comfort-driven amenities. *Inside Your Home: Quartz countertops & stainless steel appliance package Stylish black fixtures and modern hardware Central air conditioning Access-controlled entry to common area hallways *Nearby Hot Spots: Walk to Drake University, Drake Diner, or Mars Café Enjoy a show at the Varsity Theater or browse local art at The Anderson Gallery Easy access to Waveland Golf Course, Dogtown District, and downtown Des Moines Grocery and essentials nearby at Hy-Vee, Walgreens, and more *Locally managed by DEV Communities, our focus is quality service and homes that residents love to live in. *Move-In Special! Get ½ off your first month’s rent when you sign a 12- or 15-month lease at Forest Ave Rowhomes! Limited-time offer for new residents—don’t miss out!


Forest Ave Rowhomes is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Ave Rowhomes compares to other nearby properties.

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Rent trends in Drake

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$874
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$866
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$883

Schools near Forest Ave Rowhomes

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

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 3103 Forest Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 3103 Forest Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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