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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Townhome community
  • Quiet streets
  • Contemporary finishes
  • Community clubhouse
  • Granite countertops

Location

8980 Slate Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA

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Contact

Management

Sierra Realty & Management

Leasing office

(844) 311-4757 ext. 5900

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Maplewood Townhouses earns a standout Zumper Expert Rating, with top marks for price, amenities, location, and quality, plus strong trustworthiness. It offers quiet streets, a townhome community setting, contemporary finishes, granite countertops, a community clubhouse, and a 24-hour fitness center, while also standing out for its strong value metrics and extensive photo gallery.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Maplewood Townhouses is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Maplewood Townhouses 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
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2 bed2 bath1,310 sqft$1,400 /mo3 units available
3 bedroom 2 bath Townhomes3 bed2 bath1,457 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit available

Amenities for Maplewood Townhouses

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCeiling Fan
Hardwood FloorLarge Closets
PatioWalk-in Closet
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
Garbage DisposalGas Range
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable ReadyElectronic Thermostat

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKFitness Center
HandrailsResidents Lounge
Wheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Garage ParkingParty Room
StorageSwimming Pool
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.

$800–$1,400

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Small Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$100

Cat Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: $150.00.

$150

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

Dog

Dog Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$100

Dog Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: $150.00.

$150

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

Questions about this property’s policies and fees?

Building details

Property details

Units94
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About Maplewood Townhouses

HomeApartments in West Des Moines Maplewood Townhouses

Maplewood is located in the ever-growing community of West Des Moines, with east access to 1-80 Jordan Creek Town Center, many restaurants, grocery and convenience stores. Maplewood residents enjoy an attractive community: quiet streets that lead to two and three story townhomes, each with its own private entry and two car garage. You will appreciate the contemporary finishes, granite countertops, and two and three bedrooms of approximately 1310-1450 square feet of living space. A community clubhouse provides 24-hour fitness center and a rentable party room with WI-FI. During the warm weather season, you can relax at Maplewood's private swimming pool. Enjoy the amenities of a townhome community without the hefty price tag or down payment!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Maplewood Townhouses is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Maplewood Townhouses 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 Maplewood Townhouses
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.
Maplewood Townhouses 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·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.
Maplewood Townhouses 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.
Maplewood Townhouses 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 Maplewood Townhouses 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.
Maplewood Townhouses 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 8 highest rated

I’ve lived at Maplewood for 7 months now and plan to continue to rent here until I move out of state for work or buy a house. Nice townhomes, and mostly great neighbors. Don’t have patios - but can hang in my driveway when it’s nice outside. Don’t have any bug issues and property is well kept.

Dan Reifenberg

Dan Reifenberg

Feb 16, 2021

Maplewood townhouses have very nice/big 3 bedroom homes with lots of space! Very quiet neighborhood! Great new management! Loved the last 2 years living here!

Austin Damm

Austin Damm

Feb 12, 2021

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 Maplewood Townhouses compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 210 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Maplewood Townhouses to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Des Moines.

3-bedroom apartments at Maplewood Townhouses cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,108
September 2024$1,105
October 2024$1,092
November 2024$1,103
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

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 8980 Slate Dr?

Bedrooms

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

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,400.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Maplewood Townhouses

Woodland Hills Elementary

1120 south 95th st

west des moines, IA, 50266

K-5Public
A-

Vince Meyer Early Learning Center

430 ashowrth dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PKPublic

Grant Ragan Elementary School

645 ne dartmoor dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PK, K-5Public
A

Learning Resource Center

3550 mills civic parkway

west des moines, IA, 50265

PKPublic

Radiant Elementary

5050 170th st

urbandale, IA, 50323

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 8980 Slate Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8980 Slate Dr, West Des Moines

Groceries

0/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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