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1260 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 416-5929
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The Drake

1260 34th St
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 416-5929
  • 1-2 Bedrooms
  • $680 - $955Available Unit Pricing
  • 505-693Square Feet

About The Drake

Welcome to The Drake, located in the heart of Des Moines, IA. Our newly remodeled units offer spacious interiors, perfect for those seeking a comfortable and modern living space. With easy interstate access, commuting has never been easier. The Drake is also conveniently located near Drake University, making it an ideal choice for students and faculty. Our pet-friendly community welcomes your furry friends with a paid pet fee, ensuring that everyone in your family feels at home. Enjoy the convenience of Fiber Internet ($65/month), & on-site laundry facilities making chores a breeze. Our dedicated on-site management and maintenance teams are always available to assist you with any needs or concerns. Take a dip in our refreshing swimming pool or soak up the sun on our sundeck, perfect for those hot summer days. At The Drake, we prioritize your comfort and convenience, providing you with a hassle-free living experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call The Drake your new home. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see why our residents love living here!

The Drake is located in the Drake Neighborhood and 50311 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Premier Real Estate Services

Property Contact Info

Ask About Our Move-In Specials

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Drake offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $680 and having 505-693 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $680

    Floorplan B3

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 505 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $680Available Now2051505
    $730Available Now5021505
    $680Available Now6041505

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $680 - $750

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $680 - $730

    Unit 2051 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680 - $750

    Unit 5021 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $730

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680 - $750

    Unit 6041 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680 - $750

    From $855

    Floorplan B1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 625 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $955Available Now0037625
    $855Available Now0038625

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $855 - $975

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $855 - $955

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit 0037 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $955

    Model Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $855 - $975

    Unit 0038 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $855

    Model Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $855 - $975

  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $825

    Floorplan C2

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $885Available Now2032693
    $825Available Now3042693
    $875Available Now3072693

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $825 - $1,000

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $825 - $885

    Unit 2032 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $885

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825 - $1,000

    Unit 3042 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825 - $1,000

    Unit 3072 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $875

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825 - $1,000
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Schedule a Tour

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Call us at: (515) 416-5929 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 Months
  • Short Term Lease Options
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Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • $450 Fee
  • $45 Monthly Pet Rent

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • $450 Fee
  • $45 Monthly Pet Rent
Ask Us About Our Pet Policy

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

  • Surface Lot

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $60 Application Fee

3D Tours

1BR, 1BA - 505 SF
1BR, 1BA - 625 SF

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Sundeck
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Window Coverings
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
Ask About Our Amenities
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1260 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(515) 416-5929
MondayBy Appointment
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Drake

Where is The Drake located?

The Drake is located at 1260 34th St near the Drake area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at The Drake?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Drake currently range from $680 to $955

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Drake are
  • Monday By Appointment
  • Tuesday By Appointment
  • Wednesday By Appointment
  • Thursday By Appointment
  • Friday By Appointment
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at The Drake. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The Drake Apartments are 51.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Drake area, and 41.1% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Drake Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$680$1,416-$736-52.0%
    2 Bedroom$825$1,691-$866-51.2%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$680$1,222-$542-44.4%
    2 Bedroom$825$1,326-$501-37.8%

    Methodology: On 12/02/2024, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 150 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Drake (Drake), and 909 other apartment communities in Des Moines using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 12/02/2024

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
1 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Nice place

    November 2, 2014
    I eneded up moving to a complex closer to my work, but I used to live in this neighborhood in the drake area. Never any problems. friendly people.

    • Property Manager Responded

      January 19, 2021
      Thanks for your review! Let us know if we can assist in the future.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Roosevelt High School

  • Des Moines Independent Community
  • 4419 Center Street
  • 2 min drive/0.9 mi away
  • Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
3out of 10

Perkins Elementary School

  • Des Moines Independent Community
  • 4301 College
  • 2 min drive/0.8 mi away
  • Public School - Grades K-5 (438 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
3out of 10

Callanan Middle School

  • Des Moines Independent Community
  • 3010 Center Street
  • 2 min drive/0.8 mi away
  • Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
4out of 10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Drake.

Big Box and RetailAddressDriveDistance
Staples3800 Merle Hay Rd5 min2.7 mi
Petco7333 Buffalo Rd6 min2.9 mi
Aldi3940 E 14th St8 min3.9 mi
Colleges and UniversitiesAddressDriveDistance
Drake University2507 University Avenue1 min0.5 mi
Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus1100 7th Street5 min1.9 mi
Grand View University1200 Grandview Ave7 min3.5 mi
GroceriesAddressDriveDistance
Hy-Vee1900 Grand Ave5 min1.7 mi
Price Chopper4343 Merle Hay Rd6 min3.0 mi
Save-A-Lot3200 SW 9th St8 min3.8 mi
HospitalsAddressDriveDistance
Broadlawns Medical Center1801 Hickman Road4 min1.5 mi
Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center1200 Pleasant Street5 min1.8 mi
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center1111 6th Ave4 min2.0 mi
Military BasesAddressDriveDistance
Camp Dodge15 min7.2 mi
Parks and RecreationAddressDriveDistance
Greenwood Park4500 Grande Ave4 min1.5 mi
Pappajohn Sculpture Park13th St. and Grand Ave5 min1.9 mi
Gray's Lake 2101 Fluer Drive5 min2.6 mi

The Drake has 3 parks within 2.4 miles, including Greenwood Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Gray's Lake .

Shopping CentersAddressDriveDistance
Uptown Shopping Center4040-4125 University Ave1 min0.5 mi
Shops at Roosevelt833-857 42nd St & Rollins Ave2 min0.8 mi
2105 Ingersoll2105 Ingersoll Ave4 min1.4 mi

The Drake has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Drake

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Drake University

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $550
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Carpenter

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $1,006$575$2,701
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,222$384$4,100
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,326$447$4,337
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,613$660$5,306
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,628$630$2,895

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