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Monthly Rent

$750 - $1,115

Beds

1 - 2

Baths

1

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Lease Terms

9 - 12 Month Leases

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    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        $50

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About Prairie Woods Apartments

Your Home, Our Priority! Discover the comfort, convenience, and affordability you deserve at Prairie Woods in northeast Des Moines, IA. Enjoy a picturesque, park-like setting while benefiting from our pet-friendly policy—cats and dogs are welcome (call for details on fees and restrictions). We offer flexible, month-to-month leases with utilities included in rent! Heat, water, and trash are paid for by management, and you only pay for electric. Phone, cable, and high-speed internet are available. Our apartment homes feature wall-unit air conditioning to keep you comfortable year-round and boast plenty of character and style to make your space truly feel like home. Select units include dishwashers for added convenience, and garages are also available for residents who want extra parking or storage. Laundry facilities are located on every floor of each building, and our controlled access entry ensures security and peace of mind. Located just minutes from Altoona, Ankeny, and downtown Des Moines, you'll have quick access to fantastic shopping, dining, and entertainment. With proximity to I-80, 235, the Bypass, and the Dart Bus Route, getting around is a breeze. Take advantage of our incredible amenities: • 24-hour fitness center • Large pool with a separate wading pool • Spacious pool deck with lounge seating and pergolas—perfect for relaxing, sunbathing, and socializing • Basketball court • Pickleball courts • Recreational and grilling area • Dog park on site • Controlled access entries • 24-hour emergency maintenance • Onsite management • Ample on-site parking Visit us today for a personal tour and see why Prairie Woods is your ideal new home—full of comfort, character, and style!

Prairie Woods Apartments is located in Des Moines, Iowa in the 50317 zip code. This apartment community was built in 1972 and has 3 stories with 377 units.

Special Features

  • Onsite Dog Park
  • Exceptional Closet Space
  • Pickle Ball Court
  • Full Appliance Package
  • 24 Hour Fitness Center
  • Garages Available
  • Inviting Welcome Center

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Guest Apartment
  • Pet Play Area
  • Storage Space
  • Walk-Up
  • Sundeck
  • Courtyard
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Basketball Court
  • Tennis Court
  • Pickleball Court

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Parking

Garage

Garage fee is $60 per month.

Security

  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site

Pet Policy

Dogs Allowed

We have select dog friendly buildings - $300 pet fee for dogs. $30 monthly pet rent. Dog(s) must be registered on the DNA Poo Prints program and pay the $40 registration fee per dog. Poo Prints required.

  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $300 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit

Cats Allowed

$200 pet fee for cats, and $20 per month pet rent. Cats must be spayed/neutered. Dogs can only be in 6 of the buidlings.

  • $20 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $200 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit

Birds Allowed

Fish Allowed

20 gallon tank or smaller

Airport

  • Des Moines International

    Drive: 24 min 11.8 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Grandview Park

    Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi

  • Four Mile Creek Greenbelt

    Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi

  • Mally's Weh-Weh-Neh-Kee Park

    Drive: 5 min 2.8 mi

  • Copper Creek Lake Park

    Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi

  • Prairie Heritage Trail & Park

    Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi

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Military Bases

Schools

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Private Elementary, Middle & High School

42 Students
(515) 266-5065
Grades 3-12

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