Park Forest Apartments

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2101 E Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 393-2971
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Park Forest

2101 E Virginia Ave
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 393-2971
Park Forest in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo

About Park Forest

Excellent value for your rent budget! Nice space. Close to parks and schools. Near the Cownie Soccer Park and Cownie Baseball Park. Easy commute to downtown. It's a great time to live at Park Forest Apartments!

Park Forest is located in the Pioneer Park Neighborhood and 50320 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Indigo Living

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Park Forest offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments having 630–825 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1x1 630

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 630 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $695Unavailable1x1 630630 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room
    • Walk-In Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $695
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2x1 825

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 825 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $775Unavailable2x1 825825 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room
    • Walk-In Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $775
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) 393-2971 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 Months

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Trash Removal
  • Water

Pet Policy - Cats and Dogs

  • Must Be Spayed/Neutered
  • $40 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • Must Be Declawed
  • $150 Fee
  • Under 25 lbs. $40 monthly pet rent per pet.

No Brontosauruses Allowed

Pet policies can vary depending on the type of pet. Find out if we accept your pets!

Ask Us About Our Pet Policy

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $60 Application Fee
  • $185 Admin Fee

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Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Billing Utility Fee
  • Monthly Utility Billing Fee

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Sundeck

Recreation and Fitness

  • Playground

Interior Features

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

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Disposal

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Dining Room
  • Window Coverings
  • Carpet
Google Map

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2101 E Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–2:00 pm
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

18 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Park Forest

Where is Park Forest located?

Park Forest is located at 2101 E Virginia Ave near the Pioneer Park area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Park Forest?

Call us today for rates on the 1 Bedroom to 2 options at Park Forest

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Park Forest are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.4

    The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Park Forest Apartments are 37.75% cheaper than the average apartment in the Pioneer Park area, and 41.8% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Pioneer Park Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$695$1,144-$449-39.2%
    2 Bedroom$775$1,216-$441-36.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$695$1,207-$512-42.4%
    2 Bedroom$775$1,318-$543-41.2%

    Methodology: On 03/27/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 156 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Park Forest (Pioneer Park), and 972 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 03/27/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

East High School

Des Moines Independent Community
815 East 13th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2040 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.0 miles away
2/10

River Woods Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community
2929 Southeast 22nd Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (496 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
2/10

Weeks Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community
901 East Park Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (684 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
1/10
School data provided by GreatSchools.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Park Forest.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
3140 SE 14th St
2 minute drive / 0.97 miles away
Menards
6000 SE 14th St
4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away
Target
1111 E Army Post Rd
5 minute drive / 2.75 miles away

Colleges and Universities

1100 7th Street
7 minute drive / 3.65 miles away
1200 Grandview Ave
9 minute drive / 4.31 miles away
2507 University Avenue
10 minute drive / 4.86 miles away

Groceries

Save-A-Lot
3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 2.45 miles away
Hy-Vee
1107 E Army Post Rd
5 minute drive / 2.66 miles away

Hospitals

1200 Pleasant Street
7 minute drive / 3.47 miles away
1111 6th Ave
7 minute drive / 3.61 miles away
1801 Hickman Road
10 minute drive / 4.95 miles away

Military Bases

25 minute drive / 11.73 miles away

Parks and Recreation

2600 Hartford Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away
7200 Southeast 5th Street
6 minute drive / 3.13 miles away
13th St. and Grand Ave
7 minute drive / 3.31 miles away

Park Forest has 5 parks within 5.4 miles, including James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Great Western Trail, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Gray's Lake , and Greenwood Park.

Shopping Centers

3321 SE 14th St
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away
3312 Indianola Ave
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away
5101 SE 14th St
5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

Park Forest has 5 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $1,047$550$2,278
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,207$565$2,880
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,318$648$3,451
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,636$660$3,830
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,224$630$2,460

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