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    • 4400 University Avenue

    4400 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Located in Waveland Park, Des Moines zip code 50311
    Apartment building
    1–unit building
    2,760 sqft
    6 bedrooms
    2 bathrooms

    What's special

    Very Nice 3 Bedroom Duplex In unit laundry Large Attached garage and storage area Nice Yard

    Neighborhood: Waveland Park

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    Anchored by Drake University, 50311 blends collegiate energy with long-established residential blocks of early 1900s bungalows and tree-lined streets. Expect four true seasons—snowy winters, breezy springs, warm summers—and a walkable core around University Avenue’s Dogtown district, where Mars Cafe, Leftys Live Music, the restored Varsity Cinema, Jethros BBQ, and global eats keep days and nights lively. Daily needs are easy with nearby Hy-Vee and neighborhood markets, fitness at the Drake Rec Center and local studios, and green time at Drake Park and pocket parks; bike routes and DART buses connect you quickly to Ingersoll shopping and downtown a few minutes away. According to Zillow Rental Manager market trends, recent months show a median asking rent around $1,050, with most listings roughly $800–$1,600. The area is known for friendly, pet-welcoming rentals, community events like the Drake Relays, and a mix of students, faculty, young professionals, and families enjoying an affordable, social lifestyle.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    71 / 100
    Very Walkable
    35 / 100
    Some Transit
    51 / 100
    Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 4400 University Avenue?

    4400 University Avenue has a walk score of 71, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 4400 University Avenue?

    4400 University Avenue has a transit score of 35, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to 4400 University Avenue?

    The schools assigned to 4400 University Avenue include Hubbell Elementary School, Perkins Elementary School, and Roosevelt High School.

    What neighborhood is 4400 University Avenue in?

    4400 University Avenue is in the Waveland Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.

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