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Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats

1821 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$850 - $1,600 1 - 2 1 - 2
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Pricing and Floor Plans

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 Months

Property Information

  • Built in 1902
  • 13 units / 3 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Surface Lot

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • storage
  • secure entry
  • off street private parking
  • Spacious living and dining area
  • gourmet kitchen
  • two baths (one full bath & one 3/4 bath)

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Freezer

Community Features

  • Courtyard
  • Maintenance on site
  • Utilities Included

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable70 / 100

Transit

Some public transit40 / 100

Driveability

Moderately drivable70 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable70 / 100

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Transit

Airport
Des Moines International
12 min Drive
Des Moines International

Moving to Sherman Hill, Des Moines, IA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats proximity to Ingersoll Square. Ingersoll Square is 0.2 miles away.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2 miles, including Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden, Western Gateway Park, and Drake Park.

Airports

Living in Sherman Hill provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 11 minutes from Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

4 rating

Edmunds Fine Arts Academy

Grades K-5

Public

3 rating

Callanan Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

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St Anthony Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

4 rating

Roosevelt High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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The Keystone School

Grades 6-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Drake University

Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi)

Des Moines Area C.C., Urban

Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi)

Grand View University

Drive: 9 min (5 mi)

Des Moines Area C.C., West

Drive: 18 min (12.6 mi)

About Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats

The unique history of these "twin sisters" comes alive in the recent renovation of the 1902 buildings that remain a legacy to the renowned Proudfoot & Bird Architects and Sherman Hill. The apartment homes at Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats feature... an array of modern amenities and many extras for your convenience. Choose from a variety of living spaces designed to meet your every need. You'll be close to transportation, shopping, and great entertainment. Call today to make Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats your new home!

Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats is an apartment community in Des Moines, IA

Contact

Property Address:
1821 Woodland Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50309
Phone Number: (515) 461-7546
Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • SaturdayCLOSED

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