Drake Collection from Lenox Properties
2919 Cottage Grove Avenue #2
Des Moines, IA 50311
This adorable apartment has been remodeled while retaining much of the building's historic Victorian charm. Features include a full living room, an extra-large kitchen, and a modest-sized bedroom. Recent updates include carpet in the living room and bedroom, tile in the kitchen and entry, kitchen countertops, paneling in the bathroom, new kitchen appliances, and three ceiling fans. Classic touches include stained wood interior doors and trim, including an original pocket door in the living room, opening to a large storage area; an extra-large black-and-white kitchen; original bathroom tile; and a vintage-style clawfoot bathtub/shower. The apartment has its own private front entrance and a rear entrance convenient to the parking lot. Rent includes one off-street parking space. Coin laundry available.
The convenient location is only minutes to downtown, the bars and restaurants on Ingersoll, and two blocks to Drake University.
Great opportunity to take advantage of all the nearby athletic and cultural events at Drake University. The Drake area is currently undergoing an exciting transformation with over $100 million in development, featuring new restaurants and a new hotel on University Avenue. A Wahlgreens Pharmacy and Kum & Go Market are also close by at the corner of 31st and University.
The property is professionally managed and receives weekly cleaning of common areas, mowing and landscape maintenance, snow plowing, and regularly scheduled pest control. Full-time maintenance staff and 24-hour emergency service.
LEASE TERMS
**Rent includes heat
**Security deposit equal to one-month rent, subject to income and credit
**One-year lease
**Non-smoking building
**Cats considered with $500 refundable pet deposit and $50 monthly pet rent
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LENOX PROPERTIES
"Your First Choice in Apartment Living"
2919 Cottage Grove
2919 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Apartment building
1 bed
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
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$750+·1 bed, 1 bath
UnitSqftBase rentAvailable
575$7509/1/2025
What's special
Original pocket doorLarge storage areaModest-sized bedroomRear entranceNew panelingPrivate front entranceOff-street parking space
Facts, features & policies
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Utilities included in rent
- Heat
Neighborhood: Drake
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Des Moines
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hubbell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Market Trends
Rental market summary
The average rent for all beds and all property types in Des Moines, IA is $1,050.
Average rent
$1,050
Month-over-month
$0
Year-over-year
-$145
Available rentals
457
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 2919 Cottage Grove?
2919 Cottage Grove has a walk score of 72, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 2919 Cottage Grove?
2919 Cottage Grove has a transit score of 37, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to 2919 Cottage Grove?
The schools assigned to 2919 Cottage Grove include Hubbell Elementary School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.
What neighborhood is 2919 Cottage Grove in?
2919 Cottage Grove is in the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.