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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Sleek finishes
  • Modern apartment living
  • Secure key-fob access

Location

2595 Se Encompass Dr, Waukee, IA 50263, USA
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Management

Newbury Management Company DBA Newbury Living

Leasing office

(844) 325-9286 ext. 9895

Open 

Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Center Stage offers sleek finishes, modern apartment living, and secure key-fob access, paired with a strong overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10. It also stands out for excellent price value, strong amenities and location scores, and nearby grocery convenience.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Center Stage is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Center Stage 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

  • Grocery store nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Balcony

Floor plans

The Opening ActStudio1 bath350 sqft$835 /mo1 unit available
The Solo Act1 bed1 bath538 sqft$1,074–$1,285 /mo
The Duet2 bed2 bath811 sqft$1,435 /mo1 unit available
Encore2 bed2 bath860 sqft$1,470–$1,825 /mo
Standing Ovation3 bed2.5 bath1,283 sqft$1,755 /mo1 unit available
The Final Bow3 bed2.5 bath1,647 sqft$2,735 /moDen

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Amenities for Center Stage

Apartment Amenities

2nd Floor3rd Floor
Beautiful ViewsModern White Cabinetry

Appliances

Stainless Steel AppliancesWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKControlled Building
Dogs OKFitness Center

Other

Private Decks/Patios
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$100

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Fish Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Pet

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 pets max.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

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Building details

Property details

Units88
Lease terms6–18 months

About Center Stage

HomeApartments in Waukee Center Stage

Discover modern apartment living in the heart of Waukee’s growing KeeTown Loop District. Built in 2023, Center Stage offers a perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience — steps from dining, entertainment, and scenic trails. Enjoy sleek finishes, secure key-fob access, and 24-hour amenities designed to make every day effortless.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Center Stage is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Center Stage 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 Center Stage
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.
Center Stage 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·9A 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.
Center Stage goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Center Stage receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Center Stage 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 Center Stage 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.
Center Stage 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

Everything is always kept clean and tidy. Property Manager is so sweet and understanding. If any issues occur, they get fixed in a very timely manner, great place overall

Kylie Kirkman

Kylie Kirkman

Dec 15, 2023

My wife and I stopped by today for a tour and we were positively blown away by your property manager, Angie! She is a kind, genuine, down to earth person and truly a credit to your company. Even if your apartments weren't as nice as they are, I would STILL want to live here just because of how great of an impression she gave us. 10 stars out of 5!

Mark Danner

Mark Danner

Jul 10, 2024

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 Center Stage compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Grocery store nearby
Only 0.1 miles from the nearest store
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.3 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Waukee

Studio apartments at Center Stage cost about 12% less than the average rent price for studios in Waukee.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 0% higher than 1-bedrooms in Waukee.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Center Stage to be 1% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Waukee.

3-bedroom apartments at Center Stage cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Waukee.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Waukee
A table of studio rental data trends in Waukee
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$954
December 2024$948
January 2025$948
February 2025$953
March 2025$1,128
April 2025$1,184
May 2025$940
June 2025$850
July 2025$957
August 2025$953
September 2025$2,295
October 2025$850
November 2025$850
September 2026$950
October 2026$950

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2595 Se Encompass 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

$33,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $835.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Center Stage

Maple Grove Elementary School

1455 98th 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

Radiant Elementary

5050 170th st

urbandale, IA, 50323

K-5Public
A

Learning Resource Center

3550 mills civic parkway

west des moines, IA, 50265

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Waukee near 2595 Se Encompass Dr

Walking

2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2595 Se Encompass Dr, Waukee

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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