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    • The Flats Apartments

    3000 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    Apartment building
    Studio-1 bed
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $742-798
    435 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 3 avail. Sep 24-Oct 21

    Price: $742Available: Available Oct 3 2025Unit: Unit 22102
    Price: $762Available: Available Oct 21 2025Unit: Unit 18107
    Price: $792Available: Available Sep 24 2025Unit: Unit 19108
    Price: $798Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 18208
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    Studio, 1 ba
    $742-757
    392 sqft

    2 units avail. now | 3 avail. Aug 29-Oct 6

    Price: $742Available: Available Sep 3 2025Unit: Unit 3201
    Price: $742Available: Available Oct 6 2025Unit: Unit 11101
    Price: $753Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 3208
    Price: $754Available: Available Aug 29 2025Unit: Unit 11107
    Price: $757Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 3108
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    1 bd, 1 ba
    $793-876
    558 sqft

    3 units available Sep 20-Oct 1

    Price: $793Available: Available Sep 29 2025Unit: Unit 22106
    Price: $793Available: Available Oct 1 2025Unit: Unit 20106
    Price: $876Available: Available Sep 20 2025Unit: Unit 25210
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    1 bd, 1 ba
    $794-824
    483 sqft

    3 units available Sep 29-Oct 16

    Price: $794Available: Available Oct 9 2025Unit: Unit 14201
    Price: $794Available: Available Oct 16 2025Unit: Unit 6206
    Price: $824Available: Available Sep 29 2025Unit: Unit 15202
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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: Pool View
    Outdoor common areas
    • Patio
    Services & facilities
    • On-Site Management
    • Package Service: Package Lockers
    • Pet Park

    Unit Features

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

    Policies

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

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