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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Air conditioning
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Walk-in closets
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor pool

Location

3901 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
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Management

Elevate Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 325-4840 ext. 5078

Open 

9:00 am–4:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Washington Manor offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.2 Zumper Expert Rating, competitive pricing, and a highly rated location. It features a fitness center, outdoor pool, air conditioning, spacious floor plans, walk-in closets, and a fireplace, while the nearby schools, walkable surroundings, pet resources, and community spaces add to its overall appeal.

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

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Washington Manor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Washington Manor has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

Two Bedroom2 bed2 bath947 sqft$918–$1,170 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Washington Manor

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanFireplace
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherFull Appliance Package
In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness Center

Grounds

CourtyardsGarage Parking
Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool
Yard / Green Space

Services

Package Service

Neighborhood

Close to Restaurants and Shopping
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: 100%. Security Deposit.

$400

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

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Building details

Property details

Units72

About Washington Manor

HomeApartments in West Des Moines Washington Manor

Enjoy the best in apartment living at Washington Manor in West Des Moines. Conveniently located near schools, entertainment and interstates, this quiet residential community is loaded with all the amenities you're looking for. Our spacious floor plans include fireplace, air conditioning, walk-in closets and in-unit washer and dryer. Outside your apartment, you'll find a fitness center, outdoor pool and plenty of green space for you and your pets to enjoy.


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.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Washington Manor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Washington Manor has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Washington Manor
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Washington Manor is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
Washington Manor stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Washington Manor 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 Washington Manor 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.
Washington Manor 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 7 highest rated

Maintenance Tech Josh Backoff has been helpful since I moved in, and very efficiently completed maintenance work on 9-2-21 (day 3 here). I’m impressed!

sharon Moore

sharon Moore

Sep 02, 2021

Nice place

Christina Dobson

Christina Dobson

May 05, 2019

We’re sharing just 7 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Washington Manor is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • On-site pool or spa
  • Communal green spaces or garden
  • 34 health/wellness centers nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Washington Manor compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.0 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Fireplace
In-unit features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pool
Enhanced community features
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.7 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

2-bedroom apartments at Washington Manor cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,115
December 2024$1,082
January 2025$1,075
February 2025$1,052
March 2025$1,099
April 2025$1,099
May 2025$1,099
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,099
August 2025$1,099
September 2025$1,099
October 2025$1,099
November 2025$1,078
December 2025$973
January 2026$935
February 2026$911
March 2026$937
April 2026$1,048
May 2026$989
June 2026$971
July 2026$995
August 2026$985
September 2026$901
October 2026$962
November 2026$995

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Can I afford to live at 3901 Woodland Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$36,720/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,720 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $918.
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Schools near Washington Manor

Crossroads Park Elementary School

1050 50th st

west des moines, IA, 50266

K-6Public
A-

Learning Resource Center

3550 mills civic parkway

west des moines, IA, 50265

PKPublic

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

Grant Ragan Elementary School

645 ne dartmoor dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around West Des Moines near 3901 Woodland Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 3901 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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