Forest Avenue Village Apartments

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3201 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 305-3924
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Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 305-3924
Forest Avenue Village in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $825–$1,500Available Unit Pricing
  • 415–963Square Feet

About Forest Avenue Village

This is a newly constructed development with several different layouts available. Included in-unit laundry, private entrance, high-end finishes such as tile back splash, stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, and large kitchen islands.

Forest Avenue Village is located in the Drake Neighborhood and 50311 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Knapp Properties, LC.

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Forest Avenue Village offers Studio to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $825 and having 415–963 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $825

    Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 415-424 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $825Available Now2107424
    $825Available Now2204415
    $825Available Now3201415

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Unit 2107 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Unit 2204 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Unit 3201 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $825
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 665 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom665 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 834 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom834 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • 3 Bedrooms

    $1,500

    3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 963 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,500Available Now1207963

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 1207 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,500

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,500
* 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.

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Call us at: (515) 305-3924 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 6, 12

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $200 Deposit

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • 50 Lb Weight Limit
  • $200 Deposit
  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • We Do Not Allow Aggressive Breeds.

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

  • Surface Lot

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $50 Application Fee

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Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Kitchen Island
  • Off Street Parking
  • Pest Control and Trash Fee
  • private entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Gated
  • Yard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Double Vanities
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Kitchen Amenities

  • Breakfast Nook
  • Oven
  • Pantry
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Office
  • Window Coverings
  • Hardwood Floors
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3201 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–4:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

62 / 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Avenue Village

Where is Forest Avenue Village located?

Forest Avenue Village is located at 3201 Forest Ave near the Drake area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Forest Avenue Village?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Forest Avenue Village currently range from $825 to $1,500

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Forest Avenue Village are
  • Monday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at Forest Avenue Village. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Forest Avenue Village Apartments are 20.65% cheaper than the average apartment in the Drake area, and 13.0% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Drake Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$825$1,056-$231-21.9%
    3 Bedroom$1,500$1,861-$361-19.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$825$985-$160-16.2%
    3 Bedroom$1,500$1,663-$163-9.8%

    Methodology: On 02/06/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 92 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Forest Avenue Village (Drake), and 411 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 02/06/2025

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Nearby Schools

Roosevelt High School

Des Moines Independent Community
4419 Center Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1986 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
3/10

Perkins Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community
4301 College
Public School - Grades K-5 (438 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
3/10

Callanan Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
3010 Center Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (507 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Forest Avenue Village.

Big Box and Retail

Staples
3800 Merle Hay Rd
6 minute drive / 2.91 miles away
Petco
7333 Buffalo Rd
6 minute drive / 3.09 miles away
Aldi
3940 E 14th St
8 minute drive / 3.77 miles away

Colleges and Universities

2507 University Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away
1100 7th Street
4 minute drive / 1.65 miles away
1200 Grandview Ave
7 minute drive / 3.35 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee
1900 Grand Ave
4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away
Price Chopper
4343 Merle Hay Rd
6 minute drive / 3.18 miles away
Save-A-Lot
3200 SW 9th St
7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away

Hospitals

1801 Hickman Road
4 minute drive / 1.43 miles away
1200 Pleasant Street
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away
1111 6th Ave
5 minute drive / 1.77 miles away

Military Bases

15 minute drive / 7.36 miles away

Parks and Recreation

4500 Grande Ave
4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away
13th St. and Grand Ave
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away
2101 Fluer Drive
5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

Forest Avenue Village has 5 parks within 5.4 miles, including Greenwood Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , Holiday Aquatic Center , and James W. Cownie Soccer Complex.

Shopping Centers

4040-4125 University Ave
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away
833-857 42nd St & Rollins Ave
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away
2105 Ingersoll Ave
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

Forest Avenue Village has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $600
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $550
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $985$550$2,578
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,217$384$3,900
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,311$446$4,000
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,663$660$5,492
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,671$630$3,495

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