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Highlights

  • Professionally managed
  • Stainless-steel appliances
  • New cabinets
  • Large walk-in shower
  • Non-smoking building
  • Peaceful tree-lined street

Location

2931 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Property Overview

2931 Cottage Grove is a highly rated property, showcasing strong overall performance with a Zumper expert score of 9 out of 10. Highlights include an impressive balance between price and value, significant amenities, and a desirable location on a peaceful tree-lined street. The property features stainless-steel appliances, new cabinets, and a large walk-in shower, all within a professionally managed environment that ensures transparency and trustworthiness.

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

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath520 sqftDrake Collection from Lenox Properties 2931 Cottage Grove #4 Des Moines, IA 50311 Enjoy living in this completely remodeled 1BR apartment. The spacious Four Seasons quality bathroom features classic marble tile, large walk-in shower, and hotel-style shelving for towels and toiletries. The kitchen features new cabinets, new countertop, and stainless-steel appliances. The living room has original restored hardwood flooring. Both the living room and bedroom have tall bay windows with window seats. Entire apartment is light and bright, with ample southern exposure. Rent includes one off-street parking space. Coin laundry in building. Formerly the family residence of Des Moines’ first Cadillac dealer, the attractive Victorian home sits on a peaceful tree-lined street, within walking distance to Walhlgreens, Kum & Go Market, Sushi, Mediterranean, Mexican, McDonalds, etc. Ideal location only 7-10 minutes to downtown and convenient to West Des Moines and Jordan Creek. The Drake University area is currently undergoing an exciting $100 million redevelopment, featuring many new restaurants, a new hotel, and a rebuilt theater. Experience the ambience of living close to the cultural and athletic events of an NCAA Division I University, including football, basketball, and the world-class Drake Relays. The property is professionally managed and receives weekly cleaning of common areas, mowing and landscape maintenance, snow plowing, and regularly scheduled pest control. Full-time maintenance staff and 24-hour emergency service. LEASE TERMS **Rent includes off-street parking **Security deposit equal to one month’s rent, subject to income and credit **Privately controlled electric heat **One-year lease **Non-smoking building **One cat considered with refundable $500 pet deposit and monthly $50 pet rent FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING: Email **** OR Call/Text 515-612-7141 Thank you and have a nice day. LENOX PROPERTIES “Your First Choice in Apartment Living”

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Rent trends in Drake

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$900
June 2024$906
July 2024$898
August 2024$849
September 2024$935
October 2024$937
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$790
A table of studio rental data trends in Drake
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$899
June 2024$876
July 2024$763
August 2024$813
September 2024$979
October 2024$978
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$867

Schools near 2931 Cottage Grove

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Hubbell Elementary School

800 42nd st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-5Public
C+

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 2931 Cottage Grove Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2931 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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