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3103 Forest Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311
- Units Available
- 13 Units Available
- Price
- Starting at $1,125
Last updated February 2 2026 at 7:42 AM
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Old Main Apartments
Property highlights
Discover the charm of Old Main Apartments, nestled just minutes from Drake University and the lively Historic Drake District, affording residents easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment venues. The property's prime location ensures a quick commute to any part of the Des Moines metro area. Residents appreciate the approachable and responsive management team, particularly praising Pierce. The on-site swimming pool is a hit, providing a refreshing escape during the warmer months. With convenient on-site amenities like a dishwasher, garbage disposal, and on-site laundry, coupled with a welcoming atmosphere for cat owners, Old Main Apartments is a fantastic place to call home.
- 4 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 1217 24th Street, Des Moines IA 50311, Carpenter
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Parking, Pool, Bbq/grill + more
- Price range
- $815 - $920 per month
- Commute
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Price and Availability
Old Main Apartments apartments start at $815/month. There are 4 available apartments priced from $815 to $920. Prices were last verified by Old Main Apartments
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Amenities
- On-Site Laundry
- Dishwasher
- Cats Allowed
- Parking
- Pool
- BBQ/Grill
Unit Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Garbage Disposal
- Range
- Refrigerator
Property Amenities
- Courtyard
- On-Site Laundry
- Parking
- Pool
- BBQ/Grill
- Internet Access
- Cats Allowed
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
- Pets allowed
- Cats
- limit
- 1
Explore the Area
- There are no grocery stores within 10 miles of this location.
- There are no restaurants within 10 miles of this location.
- There are no public transportation within 10 miles of this location.
- There are no airports within 50 miles of this location.
- 0.7 miEdmunds Fine Arts Academy — Public, PK-5, 312 students, 0.7 miles away,GreatSchools rating 4 out of 10.
- 0.8 miRuby Van Meter School — Public, 6-12, 135 students, 0.8 miles away,GreatSchools rating 1 out of 10.
- 0.9 miCallanan Middle School — Public, 6-8, 603 students, 0.9 miles away,GreatSchools rating 3 out of 10.
- 1.2 miMoulton Elementary School — Public, PK-5, 504 students, 1.2 miles away,GreatSchools rating 1 out of 10.
- 1.3 miDowntown School — Public, K-6, 271 students, 1.3 miles away,GreatSchools rating 8 out of 10.
- Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
- There are no parks within 10 miles of this location.
- There are no bars, clubs, or museums within 10 miles of this location.
- There are no pet services or dog parks within 10 miles of this location.
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 82 — Very Walkable, with shops and services easily within reach.Transit Score: 40 — Limited public transit service in the area.Public Transit Access
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Old Main Apartments has 4 units available starting at $815 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Des Moines, IA, the average rent is $985 for a studio, $1,222 for a 1-bedroom, $1,342 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,550 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Des Moines, IA, check out our monthly Des Moines, IA Rent Report.
Some of Old Main Apartments's amenities include on-site laundry, dishwasher, and cats allowed. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
Old Main Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials.
Yes, Old Main Apartments is pet-friendly.
Yes, Old Main Apartments offers parking.
No, Old Main Apartments does not offer units with in unit laundry.
Yes, Old Main Apartments has a pool.
No, Old Main Apartments does not have accessible units.
Yes, Old Main Apartments has units with dishwashers.