Small, Quiet Community within minutes of Downtown Des Moines & I-235. Walk to grocery, dining, banking and bus stop. Laundry conveniently located in in the building.
Special offer
University West
4010 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Expires August 31, 2026
Apartment building
2 beds
Pet-friendly
Parking lot
Air conditioning (central)
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit UW17 2 bd, 1 ba | 790 | Aug 22 | $900 |
What's special
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 8:30 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Outdoor common areas
- Deck
- Lawn
Security
- Controlled Access
Services & facilities
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- On-site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Central Air Conditioning
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Heating
- Gas
Other
- Patio Balcony
Policies
Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- One year
- Six months
Utilities included in rent
- Garbage
- Hot water
- Sewer
- Water
Pet essentials
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed1
- DogsDogs are not allowed
Neighborhood: Drake
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Somewhat BikeableNearby schools in Des Moines
Hubbell Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.6 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Callanan Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1 miles2/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Roosevelt High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10College Readiness Rating
5/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Nearby apartments for rent
Listing order may reflect relevance, quality, and paid promotion.
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of University West?
University West has a walk score of 72, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of University West?
University West has a transit score of 36, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to University West?
The schools assigned to University West include Hubbell Elementary School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.
Does University West have in-unit laundry?
No, but University West has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is University West in?
University West is in the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.
What are University West's policies on pets?
A maximum of 1 cat is allowed per unit. Large dogs are not allowed. Small dogs are not allowed.
