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Know Your Monthly Cost. The Same Every Month.

Move-In Specials: Take advantage of our newest move-in special and enjoy affordable living with predictable monthly utility costs. 1-Bedroom Apartments: Starting at $695/month + $95 flat-rate utilities 2-Bedroom Apartments: Starting at $825/month + $125 flat-rate utilities 3 & 4-Bedroom Apartments: Call for current pricing + $155 flat-rate utilities With convenient flat-rate utilities, you'll know exactly what to expect each month—no fluctuating utility bills or surprises. Don't miss this limited-time offer. Contact our leasing office today to schedule your tour and secure your new home before this special ends!

Monthly Rent

$695 - $995

Beds

1 - 2

Baths

1

* Price shown is base rent. 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.

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

Lease Terms

12 mo

Fees and Policies

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

  • Utilities & Essentials
    • Monthly Internet Fee
      Charged per unit.
      $65 / mo
      Charged per unit.
  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $60
        Charged per applicant.

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.

About The Drake

Enjoy lower rent and predictable utility costs with our newest move-in special. 1-bedroom homes for $695 with $65 flat utilities 2-bedroom homes for $825 with $95 flat utilities No surprises, no fluctuating bills — just great value. Lease today before this offer expires.

The Drake is located in Des Moines, Iowa in the 50311 zip code. This apartment community was built in 1979 and has 3 stories with 136 units.

Special Features

  • Easy Interstate Access
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Near Drake University
  • On-Site Laundry
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • On-Site Management
  • Pet Friendly with Paid Pet Fee
  • Renovated Unit
  • Spacious Interiors
  • Updated Appliances
  • Updated Cabinets
  • Updated Fixtures
  • Updated Flooring
  • Updated Paint

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Sundeck
  • Pool

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings

Security

  • Property Manager on Site

Airport

  • Des Moines International

    Drive: 15 min 6.4 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Witmer Park

    Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi

  • Drake Park

    Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi

  • Drake Municipal Observatory

    Drive: 7 min 1.9 mi

  • Ashby Park

    Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi

  • Beaverdale Park

    Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

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Drake in Des Moines, IA

Ratings

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Transit

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Bikeability

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