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2225 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 497-7937
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University Village

2225 University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 497-7937
University Village in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $950Available Unit Pricing
  • 577Square Feet

About University Village

Welcome to University Village! Located minutes to Drake University at University and 23rd Street. Offering 1 bedroom floor plans that have stainless steel appliances, bike storage, walk-in closets, and a washer and dryer in each home. Call today to view your new home!!!

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

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Bike Storage
  • Close to Drake University
  • Internet
  • Internet Provided - $50 Per Month
  • Minutes To Drake University
  • Off Street Parking
  • Off-street Parking
  • Off-street Parking - $25 Per Month
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pets Welcome With Fee
  • Secured Entry Access
  • Washer/Dryer Included
  • Water, Sewer, Trash & Pest - $35/month
  • Water/Sewer/Trash/ Pest Control Fee

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

University Village offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $950 and having 577 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      $950

      1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 577 sq ftAvailable Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $950Available Now207577

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Balcony
      • Cable Ready
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free
      • Sprinkler System
      • Storage Space
      • Tub/Shower
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Wi-Fi

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Granite Countertops
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Unit 207 Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $950

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $950
    * 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) 497-7937 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    Lease Terms

    • 6, 12
    • Short Term Lease Options

    Pet Policy

    Pet Policy - Cats

    • Cats Allowed
    • 2 Pet Limit
    • Bella Terra Is The Perfect Place For You, It’s Also The Ideal Place For Your Dog Or Cat.
    • $200 Deposit
    • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
    • $200 Fee

    Pet Policy - Dogs

    • Dogs Allowed
    • $200 Fee
    • 100 Lb Weight Limit
    • $200 Deposit
    • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
    • 2 Pet Limit
    • Bella Terra Is The Perfect Place For You, It’s Also The Ideal Place For Your Dog Or Cat.
    • We Do Not Allow Aggressive Breeds.

    Parking Fees & Info

    Parking Surface

    • 1 Space; Assigned Parking.
    • Surface Fee: $25 /Mo

    Fee & Deposit Info

    Recurring Fees

    • $25 Surface Fee

    One-Time Fees

    • $50 Application Fee

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Key Fob Entry

    Outdoor Features

    • Controlled Access
    • Patio

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • Heating
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Cable Ready
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Wi Fi
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Granite Countertops

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
    Google Map

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    2225 University 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®

    84 / 100

    Very Walkable

    Most errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    51 / 100

    Bikeable

    Some bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    41 / 100

    Some Transit

    A few nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about University Village

    Where is University Village located?

    University Village is located at 2225 University Ave near the Carpenter area of Des Moines, IA

    What is the current rent range at University Village?

    1 Bedrooms at University Village currently start from $950. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for University 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 University Village. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The University Village Apartments are 29.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Carpenter area, and 22.1% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Carpenter Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$950$1,351-$401-29.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$950$1,220-$270-22.1%

      Methodology: On 02/05/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 213 other apartment communities in the immediate area around University Village (Carpenter), and 431 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 02/05/2025

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.9
    3 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.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Kind of in the hood

      October 25, 2022
      I mainly gave this property 3 stars because safety wise and noise wise it is not the best. The management is ok, they are pretty friendly and get reply relatively fast. I have lived here 6 months and have not had too many issues with them. My biggest concern living here has been my safety. I hear gunshots at least twice a week around the neighborhood. The barber shop guys across the way are nice but if you are a woman you will get cat called so beware. On a bright note I have not had any issues ...
      with mice, cockroaches, rats. The building is really well insulted and it overall is a nice building. I would give this place 4 stars however the safety is just my biggest thing.
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      Review from Apartments.com
    • Great place for a Drake student

      July 8, 2022
      I miss living here! During my two years I never had any issues with the apartment or management. Yes, traffic is loud, but I just had a loud fan which did the trick. I lived on the second floor and had no safety concerns.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Bad Neighborhood, Loud

      March 21, 2021
      Cars passing by on University may as well be in the room with you. The bedroom physically shakes every time a heavy vehicle passes. The area is not great. Several times have called the police for mentally ill homeless people screaming non-sense in the street at 2 am for hours on end. I have never seen the police show up for any of these calls. The bars down the street have cars and motorcycles reving and peeling out most of the night, although traffic in the area can be heard doing this all day ...
      as well. The barber shop adjacent to the property has customers that play loud bass out of their cars in the parking lot. There are often groups of people standing outside SUVs listening to how loud the sound goes. This is often loud enough to rattle picture frames, doors, and shelves. This can be heard and felt in every room of the apartment. Calling them to ask if their customers could turn their bass down has been met with “why don’t you come over here and say it to my face?” My friends and girlfriend refuse to visit here due to the noise. I am a student. I can't study here and neither can my classmates that have tried. It is extremely hard to focus on work. The sounds cannot be drowned out with my own music. The bass is often overpowering. I tried breaking lease due to the noise impacting my sleep and mental health, but management will not work with me. They said they would try to find a tenant to take over my lease, but I have seen no evidence of that. Moving out as soon as possible.
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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 Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 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

    Perkins Elementary School

    Des Moines Independent Community
    4301 College
    Public School - Grades K-5 (438 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
    3/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from University Village.

    Big Box and Retail

    Staples
    3800 Merle Hay Rd
    7 minute drive / 3.3 miles away
    Aldi
    3940 E 14th St
    7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away
    Petco
    7333 Buffalo Rd
    7 minute drive / 3.6 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    2507 University Avenue
    1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away
    1100 7th Street
    3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away
    1200 Grandview Ave
    6 minute drive / 2.89 miles away

    Groceries

    Hy-Vee
    1900 Grand Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    3200 SW 9th St
    7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away
    Aldi
    3940 E 14th St
    7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away

    Hospitals

    Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
    1200 Pleasant Street
    3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away
    Broadlawns Medical Center
    1801 Hickman Road
    3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away
    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
    1111 6th Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

    Military Bases

    16 minute drive / 7.55 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    13th St. and Grand Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away
    4500 Grande Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.86 miles away
    2101 Fluer Drive
    4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away

    University Village has 5 parks within 5.0 miles, including Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Greenwood Park, Gray's Lake , Holiday Aquatic Center , and James W. Cownie Soccer Complex.

    Shopping Centers

    1251 University Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away
    2105 Ingersoll Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away
    1905 Ingersoll Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

    University Village has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Des Moines Studio Apartments $983$550$2,578
    Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,220$384$3,900
    Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,311$446$4,000
    Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,664$660$4,946
    Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,671$630$3,495

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