Drake Collection
2820 Cottage Grove #4
Des Moines, IA 50312
This charming 1BR apartment features a private entrance, large kitchen, loft bedroom, and new double-pane tilt-in windows. One of only four apartments in an attractive converted Victorian house.
The convenient location is only 7-10 minutes to downtown, 5 minutes to the bars and restaurants on Ingersoll, and two blocks to Drake University. You can enjoy the ambience of living close to the cultural and athletic events of the University, including football, basketball, and the world-class Drake Relays. Walking distance to Kum & Go Market, Wahlgreens Pharmacy, Hugo's Restaurant, Sushi, Mexican, and other eating options.
The Drake area is currently undergoing an exciting transformation with over $100 million in development coming to the area, featuring new restaurants and a new hotel on University Avenue.
Rent includes heat and off-street parking. Coin laundry in building.
The property is professionally managed with full-time maintenance staff and 24-hour emergency service.
LEASE TERMS
**Rent includes heat and off-street parking
**Security deposit equal to one month rent subject to income and credit
**One-year lease
**Non-smoking building
**One cat considered with $500 refundable pet deposit and $50 monthly pet fee
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"Your First Choice in Apartment Living"
Apartment for rent
$695/moFees may apply
2820 Cottage Grove Ave, # 4, Des Moines, IA 50311
1beds
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Apartment
Available Fri Sep 25 2026
What's special
Private entranceAttractive converted victorian houseLoft bedroomNew double-pane tilt-in windowsLarge kitchen
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance, Charming Location, Ideal Location, Locally Managed, Near Dart Stop, Near Dining/Groceries, Near Interstate, New Ownership, Newly Remodeled, Newly Updated, Walking distance to eating and entertainment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: 2820 Cottage Grove
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $695 |
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Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hubbell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi






