The Flats Apartments is the home you've been looking for in West Des Moines, IA. With comfortable studio, one-, and two-bedroom homes complete with stainless steel appliances, patios, and granite countertops, you're guaranteed to find a place to live with a lifestyle to love. What's more, as a member of the community you'll also have convenient access to area amenities, plus a community dog park and swimming pool.
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$1,118/mo
3000 University Ave, APT 1201, West Des Moines, IA 50266
2beds
775sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner
Shared laundry
Garage parking
What's special
Granite countertopsStainless steel appliances
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Appliances
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Bar, Smart Home
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 775 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage, Off Street, Valet
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Fire Pit
- Pool features: Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool View
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Building
Details
- Building name: The Flats Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Park, Pool
HOA
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Laundry, Maintenance, Park, Parking, Pool, Water
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Flexible Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/25/2026 | Price change | $1,118-0.4%$1/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $1,122+0.1%$1/sqft |
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| 7/21/2026 | Price change | $1,121-0.3%$1/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $1,124-0.6%$1/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $1,131-0.6%$1/sqft |
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| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $1,138-0.2%$1/sqft |
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| 7/3/2026 | Price change | $1,140+0.4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $1,136+1.1%$1/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $1,124-0.6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $1,131-0.4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $1,136-0.2%$1/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $1,138+0.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $1,136-0.6%$1/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,143+4%$1/sqft |
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| 4/11/2026 | Listing removed | $1,099$1/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Price change | $1,099-3.8%$1/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $1,143-4.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $1,192+2.5%$2/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $1,163-11.4%$2/sqft |
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| 3/7/2026 | Price change | $1,312+4%$2/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $1,262-0.5%$2/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Price change | $1,268-1.5%$2/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Price change | $1,287+9.1%$2/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $1,180+13.6%$2/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,039$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 50266
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Clive Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Indian Hills Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Valley High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.9 mi
There are 28 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! Enjoy up to two months free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.







