Managed By
- Bedrooms
- 1 - 21 - 2 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 Bath1 Bath
- Sq. Ft.
- 650 - 800 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
A1
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51
$735
650 Sq. Ft.
Now
27
$750
650 Sq. Ft.
Oct. 7
B1
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54
$833
800 Sq. Ft.
Now
46
$850
800 Sq. Ft.
Now
26
$850
800 Sq. Ft.
Oct. 7
25
$850
800 Sq. Ft.
Dec. 31
Details
Lease Term Options
- 6 - 18 Month Leases
Property Information
- Built in 1975
- 60 units3 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
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Utility Account Set-Up Fee$27.95
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Trash$17 / mo
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Liability Insurance$18.75 / mo
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Utility Billing Fee$7.95 / mo
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Pest Control$9 / mo
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Water/SewerVaries / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$25
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Application Fee$60
Due at Move-In
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Administration - New Lease Fee$195
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Security Deposit (Holding Fee)$500
Dogs Allowed
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Dog Fee$150
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Dog Rent$30 / mo
Restrictions
None
Comments
Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
Cats Allowed
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Cat Fee$150
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Cat Rent$30 / mo
Restrictions
None
Comments
Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
Other Pets Allowed
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Pet Waste ViolationVaries / occurrence
Personalized Add-Ons
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Pet Privilege Fee$200
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Parking Permit Replacement$250 / occurrence
Situational
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Move Out: Utility Account Final Billing Fee$29.95
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Early Termination Fee200% of base rent
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NSF Tenant Fee$30 / occurrence
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Initial Late Fee$50 / occurrence
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Second Late Fee$50 / occurrence
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FOB Replacement$75 / occurrence
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VCRVaries / occurrence
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.
Explore Commute Options
Property Highlights
- Laundry Facility
- Private Patio/Balcony
- Tub Shower
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Kitchen
- Office
- Oven
- Patio
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Tub/Shower
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- Controlled Access
- Laundry Facilities
Map of Watrous Apartments
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Very drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Airport
10 min Drive
Moving to South Park, Des Moines, IA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Watrous Apartments proximity to Indianola Road Park Plaza, Southgate Shopping Center, and Southdale Retail Center. Indianola Road Park Plaza is 0.6 miles away, and Southgate Shopping Center is within an 11 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Watrous Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Ewing Park, Pioneer Park of Des Moines, and Columbus Park.
Airports
Living in South Park provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 10 minutes from Watrous Apartments.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Howe Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Lovejoy Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
McKinley Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Weeks Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Lincoln Heights Lutheran School
Grades K-8
Private
Christ The King School
Grades PK-8
Private
Lincoln High School
Grades 9-12
Public
K12 International Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Des Moines Area C.C., Urban | Drive: 9 min (4.4 mi) |
| Grand View University | Drive: 9 min (5.3 mi) |
| Drake University | Drive: 12 min (5.8 mi) |
| Des Moines Area C.C., West | Drive: 22 min (13.5 mi) |
About Watrous Apartments
Discover comfort and convenience at Watrous Apartments — a charming community with a big heart in a prime Des Moines location. Nestled near shopping, dining, parks, Easter Lake, schools, and the MTA bus line, Watrous Apartments offers spacious one-… and two-bedroom homes with thoughtful features like large closets, air conditioning, and window treatments. Enjoy the ease of laundry on every level, controlled access, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Experience the ''GOLD-Standard'' in apartment living — our friendly leasing team is here to welcome you home.
Discover comfort and convenience at Watrous Apartments — a charming community with a big heart in a prime Des Moines location. Nestled near shopping, dining, parks, Easter Lake, schools, and the MTA bus line, Watrous Apartments offers spacious one- and two-bedroom homes with thoughtful features like large closets, air conditioning, and window treatments. Enjoy the ease of laundry on every level, controlled access, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Experience the ''GOLD-Standard'' in apartment living — our friendly leasing team is here to welcome you home.
Watrous Apartments is an apartment community in Des Moines, IA
Contact
Des Moines, IA 50315
- Sunday By Appointment Only
- Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Renter Reviews
For Watrous Apartments
1 Rating & Review
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1/16/20
This building should be condemed.
The people who run this place will probably face a lawsuit soon. When I lived here they took the best part of a week to respond to a leak in my roof, management is dangerously incompetent and negligent. They refused to give me my deposit back despite no major damage or problems, I even paid for a carpet cleaning service and a maid cleaning service to try and get he most back from my deposit. They radically overcharged for small issues and didn't even get back to me for close to two month despite… close to 10 phone calls and two visits. The building is dirty the air conditioning barely works and the place is oddly expensive for the unbelievably low quality. Better to be homeless than live here.
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