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    The Flats Apartments

    3000 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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      Enjoy $1,000 off rent on select units. Restrictions apply. Contact our team for details.
    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry

    What’s available

    Price is base rent and doesn't include required fees.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $699-749
    435 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Jun 10

    Price: $699Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 24107
    Price: $749Available: Available Jun 10 2025Unit: Unit 19208
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    Studio, 1 ba
    $734-765
    392 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. May 4

    Price: $734Available: Available May 4 2025Unit: Unit 11106
    Price: $765Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 11103
    1 Photo
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $784
    483 sqft

    1 unit available May 11

    1 Photo
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $804-864
    558 sqft

    4 units avail. now | 4 avail. May 8-Jun 19

    Price: $804Available: Available Jun 6 2025Unit: Unit 24305
    Price: $804Available: Available May 8 2025Unit: Unit 22301
    Price: $814Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 20106
    Price: $833Available: Available Jun 3 2025Unit: Unit 20206
    Price: $833Available: Available Jun 19 2025Unit: Unit 19206
    Price: $834Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 18210
    Price: $834Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 19210
    Price: $864Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 19105
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    2 bd, 1 ba
    $998-1,028
    672 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 3 avail. May 14-Jun 7

    Price: $998Available: Available May 14 2025Unit: Unit 9104
    Price: $998Available: Available May 28 2025Unit: Unit 16104
    Price: $1,028Available: Available Jun 7 2025Unit: Unit 12102
    Price: $1,028Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 13202
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    2 bd, 1 ba
    $1,044
    775 sqft

    6 units avail. now | 1 avail. May 18

    Price: $1,044Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1209
    Price: $1,044Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1101
    Price: $1,044Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1201
    Price: $1,044Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1206
    Price: $1,044Available: Available May 18 2025Unit: Unit 1207
    Price: $1,044Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1205
    Price: $1,044Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 21205
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    What's special

    Granite countertopsStainless steel appliances
    The Flats Apartments is the home you've been looking for in West Des Moines, IA. With comfortable studio, one-, and two-bedroom homes complete with stainless steel appliances, patios, and granite countertops, you're guaranteed to find a place to live with a lifestyle to love. What's more, as a member of the community you'll also have convenient access to area amenities, plus a community dog park and swimming pool.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:10 am - 6 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

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    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Club House
    • Fitness Center
    • Library: Little Free Library
    Other
    • Shared: Laundry In Building
    • Swimming Pool
    Outdoor common areas
    • Patio
    Services & facilities
    • On-Site Management
    • Package Service: Package Lockers
    • Pet Park

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning
    Other
    • Balcony
    • First Floor
    • Patio Balcony: Balcony
    • Second Floor
    • Upgraded Fixtures & Finishes Throughout

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 3-15 months
    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $300 one time fee
    • $40 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: Breed Restrictions Apply
    • Pet DNA Program / 2nd pet $100
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $300 one time fee
    • $40 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: Breed Restrictions Apply
    • Pet DNA Program / 2nd pet $100
    Parking
    • Off Street Parking

    Special Features

    • Coffee Bar
    • Community Wifi
    • Detached Garages
    • Fire Pit
    • On-call Emergency Maintenance
    • Pet Friendly
    • Pickleball Court
    • Picnic/bbq Area
    • Pure Air Community
    • Valet Waste Service
    • Water Leak Sensors

    Neighborhood: 50266

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    67 / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    40 / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

    Nearby schools in West Des Moines

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Flats Apartments?

    The Flats Apartments has a walk score of 67, it's somewhat walkable.

    What schools are assigned to The Flats Apartments?

    The schools assigned to The Flats Apartments include Clive Elementary School, Indian Hills Junior High School, and Valley High School.

    Does The Flats Apartments have in-unit laundry?

    No, but The Flats Apartments has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is The Flats Apartments in?

    The Flats Apartments is in the 50266 neighborhood in West Des Moines, IA.

    What are The Flats Apartments's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $40 for cats. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $40 for dogs.

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