Last Updated: 3 Hrs. Ago

Rent Specials

Enjoy up to two months free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.

Total Monthly Price

$729 - $1,136

Beds

Studio - 2

Baths

1

* 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.

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

Lease Terms

3 - 15 Month Leases

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

  • Utilities & Essentials
    • Common Area Maintenance
      Included Charged per unit.
      Varies / mo
      Included Charged per unit.
    • Utility Service Fee
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    • Door-to-Door Trash Pick-Up
      Included Charged per unit.
      Varies / mo
      Included Charged per unit.
    • Internet
      Included Charged per unit.
      Varies / mo
      Included Charged per unit.
    • Smart Home
      Included Charged per unit.
      Varies / mo
      Included Charged per unit.
  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
        Charged per applicant.
    • Due at Move-In
      • Utility New Account Fee
        Contact local utility providers to get monthly cost estimates based on approximate household usage. Charged per unit.
        $10
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      • Admin Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $115
        Charged per unit.
      • Security Deposit
        Required security deposit or nonrefundable fee is based on screening outcome. Required security deposits are eligible for a refund after move-out. Zero upfront and/or deposit alternative options may be available. See agent to learn about all options. Charged per unit.
        Varies one-time
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    • Due at Move-Out
      • Utility Final Bill Fee
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        $10
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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 Flats Apartments

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 located in West Des Moines, Iowa in the 50266 zip code. This apartment community was built in 1973 and has 2 stories with 329 units.

Special Features

  • 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

Community Features

  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Pet Play Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Sundeck
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Pickleball Court

Floorplan Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Security

  • Package Service
  • Property Manager on Site

Airport

  • Des Moines International

    Drive: 18 min 8.6 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Living History Farms

    Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi

  • American Legion Park

    Drive: 9 min 3.8 mi

  • Drake Municipal Observatory

    Drive: 12 min 4.3 mi

  • Raccoon River Park and Nature Lodge

    Drive: 10 min 4.3 mi

  • Greenwood / Ashworth Park

    Drive: 10 min 5.3 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

 GreatSchools Rating

Private Elementary & Middle School

481 Students
(515) 223-1284
Grades K-8

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West Des Moines, IA

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Bikeability

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