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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fenced pet park
  • Playground
  • Community garden
  • On-call maintenance
  • In-unit washer and dryer combos
  • Nearby restaurants

Location

4957 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
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Management

Woodland Place Apartments, LLC

Leasing office

(515) 222-0495

Property Overview

4957 Woodland Avenue offers strong overall value with an 8.8 rating, backed by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness rating. It includes a fenced pet park, playground, community garden, in-unit washer and dryer combos, on-call maintenance, and nearby restaurants, while also standing out for pet-friendly surroundings and 20 photos that give renters a clear look at the property.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 4957 Woodland Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4957 Woodland Avenue 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

635 1BR/1BA1 bed1 bath635 sqft$995 /mo2 units availableNewly remodeled and updated for a modern, clean look, and ADA regulation compliant. This unit offers ground floor accessibility with luxury vinyl plank floors throughout, light grey walls with durable white doors and trims, matte black bathroom accents, and stainless steel appliances was well as fixtures in the kitchen. Units also come with individually controlled A/C units equipped with multiple functions as well as electric base board heating. Enjoy our open concept living space with breakfast bar connection dinning and kitchen areas as well as a balcony right off the living room. Call or email today to schedule your tour or check out our virtual online tours at Apartments. com
836 2BR/1BA interior unit2 bed1 bath836 sqft$1,100–$1,175 /mo7 units availableNewly remodeled and updated for a modern and clean look. This unit offers luxury vinyl plank floors throughout, light grey walls with durable white doors and trims, matte black bathroom accents, washer/dryer combo, and stainless steel appliances and fixtures in the kitchen. Units also come with individually controlled A/C units equipped with multiple functions as well as electric base board heating. Enjoy our open concept living space with living as well as a balcony right off the living room area. Call or email today to schedule your tour or check out our virtual online tours at Apartments. com
762 2b/1b small master closet2 bed1 bath762 sqft$1,100 /mo1 unit availableNewly remodeled and updated for a modern and clean look. This unit offers luxury vinyl plank floors throughout, light grey walls with durable white doors and trims, matte black bathroom accents, and stainless steel appliances and fixtures in the kitchen. Units also come with individually controlled A/C units equipped with multiple functions as well as electric base board heating. Enjoy our open concept living space with breakfast bar connection dinning and kitchen areas as well as a balcony right off the living room. Call or email today to schedule your tour or check out our virtual online tours at Apartments. com
836 2BR/1BA Upper Corner Unit2 bed1 bath836 sqft$1,200 /mo1 unit availableNewly remodeled corner units with extra master bedroom window, updated for a modern and clean look. This unit offers luxury vinyl plank floors throughout, light grey walls with durable white doors and trims, matte black bathroom accents, washer/dryer combo, and stainless steel appliances and fixtures in the kitchen. Units also come with individually controlled A/C units equipped with multiple functions as well as electric base board heating. Enjoy our open concept living space with living as well as a balcony right off the living room area. Call or email today to schedule your tour or check out our virtual online tours at Apartments. com

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Amenities for 4957 Woodland Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanLocally Owned
Remote-Controlled Ceiling FanStainless Steel Stove
Storage Unit for RentWasher/Dryer Combo
Wood Laminate Flooring

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel DishwasherStainless Steel Microwave

Building

Cats OKControlled Access Building
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Onsite OfficeWater/Sewer

Grounds

Assigned ParkingCommunity Garden
Garage ParkingOutdoor Space
PlaygroundStorage

Services

On-Site MaintenanceRecycling
Waste RemovalWater, Sewer & Trash

Neighborhood

10 Minutes From Downtown

Other

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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 4957 Woodland Avenue

HomeApartments in West Des Moines 4957 Woodland Avenue

Welcome to Woodland Place Apartments in West Des Moines, Iowa. Our newly remodeled community offers a variety of amenities designed to make you feel right at home. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, schools, and scenic bike and walking paths, Woodland Place puts everything within reach. We’re just minutes from Valley West Mall, Historic Valley Junction, I-80/35, I-235, and only 12 minutes from downtown Des Moines. Residents enjoy 24-hour on-call maintenance, a fenced pet park, playground, community garden, and a relaxing patio area. Each building is equipped with in-unit washer and dryer combos, along with spacious community laundry facilities. We proudly welcome all pets, and as a locally owned and managed property, we’re committed to providing personalized service. Call or stop by today to tour our community and begin your next chapter at Woodland Place Apartments.


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, 4957 Woodland Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4957 Woodland Avenue 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 4957 Woodland Avenue
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.
4957 Woodland Avenue 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.
4957 Woodland Avenue 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.
4957 Woodland Avenue 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 4957 Woodland Avenue 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.
4957 Woodland Avenue 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.

4957 Woodland Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores 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 4957 Woodland Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in West Des Moines.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 4957 Woodland Avenue to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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
August 2026$985
September 2026$893

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 4957 Woodland Avenue

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-

Grant Ragan Elementary School

645 ne dartmoor dr

waukee, IA, 50263

PK, K-5Public
A

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public
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Getting around West Des Moines near 4957 Woodland Ave

Walking

5/10
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 4957 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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