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    Canary Lofts

    2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    • Special offer! Special Offer at Canary Lofts: Move in by 6/30/2025 Receive 1 month FREE RENT when signing 13month lease. Move in by 7/31/2025 receive a $500 gift card upon signing a 12month lease. Terms and condition apply

      Applies to select units

    • Summer savings are heating up at Canary Lofts! Move in anytime now through the end of August and receive one month FREE, plus a $200 Hy-Vee gift card as part of our "Fill Your Fridge" bonus. This offer is available all summer long, but don't wait it won't last forever! June move-ins: 13-month lease required, July move-ins: 12-month lease required, and August move-ins: 11-month lease required. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.
    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    In-unit dryer

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $890
    330 sqft

    7 units avail. now | 3 avail. Jul 7-Aug 7

    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 330
    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 422
    Price: $890Available: Available Jul 7 2025Unit: Unit 220
    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 102
    Price: $890Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 306
    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 222
    Price: $890Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 302
    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 320
    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 404
    Price: $890Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 224
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    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,025
    460 sqft

    3 units avail. Aug 7 | 2 units avail. Sep 7 | 1 avail. Aug 23

    Price: $1,025Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 413
    Price: $1,025Available: Available Sep 7 2025Unit: Unit 325
    Price: $1,025Available: Available Sep 7 2025Unit: Unit 331
    Price: $1,025Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 323
    Price: $1,025Available: Available Aug 23 2025Unit: Unit 427
    Price: $1,025Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 213
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    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,070
    528 sqft

    3 units available Aug 7

    Price: $1,070Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 409
    Price: $1,070Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 309
    Price: $1,070Available: Available Aug 7 2025Unit: Unit 307
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    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,155
    460 sqft

    1 unit available now

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    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,700
    815 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 7

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    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,775
    964 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 7

    1 PhotoSpecial offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,775
    964 sqft

    1 unit available Sep 7

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    What's special

    Pet washing station
    Clean pets, cleaner home
    A pet washing station is rare. Only 4% of buildings in Des Moines have this feature.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:8 am - 5 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

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    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    • Lounge: Sky Lounge
    • Pet Washing Station
    Other
    • In Unit: In-home Washer and Dryer
    Security
    • Controlled Access: Controlled Access with Key Fob Entry

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dryer: In-home Washer and Dryer
    • Washer: In-home Washer and Dryer
    Flooring
    • Vinyl: Vinyl Plank Flooring
    Internet/Satellite
    • High-speed Internet Ready: High Speed Internet Access

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 11, 12, 13
    Pets
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $425 one time fee
    • $60 monthly pet fee
    • Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $425 one time fee
    • $60 monthly pet fee
    • Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
    Parking
    • None

    Special Features

    • 9-foot Ceiling Height
    • Close To Shopping & Restaurants
    • Customizable Pax Closets
    • Demonstration Kitchen
    • Directly Across From Drake University
    • Perfect Location
    • Pet-friendly
    • Premium Quality, Soft-close Cabinets
    • Rooftop Skydeck
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Neighborhood: Drake

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    82 / 100
    Very Walkable
    39 / 100
    Some Transit
    52 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Des Moines

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Canary Lofts?

    Canary Lofts has a walk score of 82, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of Canary Lofts?

    Canary Lofts has a transit score of 39, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to Canary Lofts?

    The schools assigned to Canary Lofts include Hubbell Elementary School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

    Does Canary Lofts have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, Canary Lofts has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is Canary Lofts in?

    Canary Lofts is in the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA.

    What are Canary Lofts's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $425 and monthly fee of $60 for dogs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $425 and monthly fee of $60 for cats.

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