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
$780/mo
3000 University Ave, APT 3208, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Studio
392sqft
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Apartment
Available Fri Oct 30 2026
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: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Appliances
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Bar, Smart Home
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 392 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage, Off Street, Valet
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Community Wifi, Dog Wash, Fire Pit, First Floor, Flexible Lease Terms, Package Lockers, Pet Friendly, Pickleball Court, Pure Air Community, Second Floor, Upgraded Fixtures & Finishes Throughout, Water Leak Sensors
- 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
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
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Flexible Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/25/2026 | Price change | $780-0.4%$2/sqft |
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| 8/23/2026 | Price change | $783+0.1%$2/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Price change | $782-0.5%$2/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Price change | $786+0.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $784-24.2%$2/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listing removed | $1,034$3/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $1,034+29.4%$3/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Price change | $799-4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $834-13.5%$2/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $964-0.6%$2/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Price change | $970-1.9%$2/sqft |
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| 2/8/2026 | Price change | $989-1.5%$3/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Price change | $1,004+18.7%$3/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $846+20%$2/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Price change | $705-2.8%$2/sqft |
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| 1/10/2026 | Price change | $725-3.8%$2/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $754+0.1%$2/sqft |
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| 1/3/2026 | Price change | $753+10.7%$2/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Price change | $680-5.6%$2/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $720$2/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Listing removed | $720$2/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $720-4.4%$2/sqft |
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| 11/15/2025 | Price change | $753+3.9%$2/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $725-2.7%$2/sqft |
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| 10/18/2025 | Listed for rent | $745$2/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 20 available units in this apartment building
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