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Sandstone
$749 - $829
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 392 Sq. Ft.
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11208
$749
392 Sq. Ft.
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11104
$749
392 Sq. Ft.
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03104
$749
392 Sq. Ft.
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Tawny
$784 - $834
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 435 Sq. Ft.
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22104
$784
435 Sq. Ft.
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22207
$784
435 Sq. Ft.
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24202
$784
435 Sq. Ft.
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Azure
$951 - $981
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 558 Sq. Ft.
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22201
$951
558 Sq. Ft.
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25205
$951
558 Sq. Ft.
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18201
$981
558 Sq. Ft.
5/20/26
Pewter
$802 - $926
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 483 Sq. Ft.
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May. 7
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08206
$802
483 Sq. Ft.
5/7/26
08205
$926
483 Sq. Ft.
5/9/26
14204
$802
483 Sq. Ft.
6/9/26
Berry
$1,099 - $1,172
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 775 Sq. Ft.
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01210
$1,099
775 Sq. Ft.
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21202
$1,099
775 Sq. Ft.
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21103
$1,099
775 Sq. Ft.
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Lemongrass
$1,099 - $1,195
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 672 Sq. Ft.
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16202
$1,099
672 Sq. Ft.
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12203
$1,121
672 Sq. Ft.
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09203
$1,121
672 Sq. Ft.
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* 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.
* 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.
* 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.
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Lease Term Options
3 - 15 Month Leases
Property Information
Built in 1973
329 units / 2 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
Common Area Maintenance
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Utility Service Fee
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Utilities
Varies / mo
Door-to-Door Trash Pick-Up
Varies / mo
Internet
Varies / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee
$50
Due at Move-In
Security Deposit
Varies one-time
Utility New Account Fee
$10
Admin Fee
$115
Garage
Parking Fee
Varies / mo
Comments
Max of 1
Additional Parking Options
Garage
Street
Pet Fees
Pet Rent
$40 / mo
Pet Fee
$300
Cats
Cats Allowed
Max of 2
Comments
Pet DNA Program. Large Dogs Welcome.
Dogs
Dogs Allowed
Max of 2
Restrictions
Breed Restrictions Apply
Comments
Pet DNA Program. Large Dogs Welcome.
Situational
Damage Waiver Program
Varies / mo
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Property Highlights
Coffee Bar
Detached Garages
Dog Wash
Fire Pit
First Floor
Flexible Lease Terms
Little Free Library
On-Call Emergency Maintenance
Package Lockers
Pet Friendly
Pickleball Court
Picnic/bbq Area
Pool View
Pure Air Community
Second Floor
Smart Home Technology
Smart Home Technology Package
Upgraded Fixtures & Finishes Throughout
Valet Waste Service
Water Leak Sensors
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Cable Ready
Carpet
Ceiling Fans
Dining Room
Disposal
Eat-in Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Heating
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Patio
Range
Refrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances
Tub/Shower
Vinyl Flooring
Walk-In Closets
Window Coverings
Community Features
Clubhouse
Dog Park
Fitness Center
Garages
Grill
Laundry Facilities
Maintenance on site
Package Service
Pet Play Area
Pickleball Court
Picnic Area
Pool
Property Manager on Site
Sundeck
Walk-Up
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Some public transit40 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
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Airport
Des Moines International
19 min Drive
Moving to Outer West Des Moines/Urbandale, West Des Moines, IA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Flats Apartments proximity to Clock Tower Square, Valley West Mall, and Governor Square. Clock Tower Square is 0.3 miles away, and Valley West Mall is within a 6 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Flats Apartments are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.3 miles, including Living History Farms, American Legion Park, and Drake Municipal Observatory.
Airports
Living in Outer West Des Moines/Urbandale provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 18 minutes from The Flats Apartments.
The Right Price Promise is simple. The price we show is the rent you pay. You'll be amazed by all the perks included in your rent. Each month, you'll pay your rent and utilities. Anything more is optional.
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.
The Right Price Promise is simple. The price we show is the rent you pay. You'll be amazed by all the perks included in your rent. Each month, you'll pay your rent and utilities. Anything more is optional.
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.
The Flats Apartments is an apartment community in West Des Moines, IA
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Property Address: 3000 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Great location, Amazing staff, and good apartment offerings. Although I've only recently moved in, the staff are very active and quick to resolve any maintenance issues or answer any questions one may have.
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Thanks for sharing your positive experience at The Flats Apartments! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the location and that our team has been active in addressing any questions or maintenance needs. Welcome to the community!
6/10/25
Moving In
The process, property, and people have all been on board, ensuring everything's maintained, and very helpful. Would Recommend
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Property Manager at The Flats Apartments responded to this review
Thanks for the awesome feedback about The Flats Apartments! We're glad to hear that everything from the process to our team has been helpful and well-maintained. Your recommendation means a lot to us—have a great day!
11/27/23
Amazing
My husband and I just met with Scout for a tour. Amazing from what it use to be so clean and neat. Very professional and so nice apartment is just what we are looking for.
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Property Manager at The Flats Apartments responded to this review
We're so glad to know that you and your husband had a great tour with Scout at The Flats Apartments! It's especially wonderful to hear that the cleanliness, professionalism, and overall appeal of our community align well with what you've been looking... for. We thank you for sharing this positive experience and hope you'll keep in touch!
3/21/22
Terrible experience
I moved into this apartment about a month ago and my experience at the Flats has been terrible. I’ve had to call in so many maintenance request for various reasons to outlets not working to my bathroom being flooded to broken windows. Recently I went home for 2 weeks to visit my girlfriend and came back last Thursday to my bathtub and toilet had flooded with sewage from the two apartments above me. When the plumber fixed it on Friday he told me that although it was fixed right now, it could... happen again. I also put in a cleaning request because the bathroom was still dirty after the plumbing was fixed. No one could come Friday so i had to wait till Monday(today). I wasn’t able to use the bathroom or shower all weekend due to not wanting to touch or clean the sewage of whoever lived in the two apartments above me. I relayed this issue to the front office and they’re response to me was that yea it happens but I have to deal with it. If you don’t tolerate these type of things, this is not the place for you. I suggest you try to find a better place.
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11/18/20
Verified Renter
Responsive staff. Excellent maintenance. Continuous upgrades to grounds. Recommend
