The Drake - Apartment Living in Des Moines, IA

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Welcome to The Drake

1260 34th Street Des Moines, IA 50311

P: 515-274-2729 TTY: 711

Office Hours

Monday through Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Saturday and Sunday: Closed.

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Discover what superb apartment home living looks like in charming Des Moines, Iowa! The Drake apartments are in the perfect location, giving you easy access to freeways, shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. Great schools, such as Drake University, are just minutes away. A convenient lifestyle is right at your fingertips, so schedule a tour!

The Drake offers one, two, and four bedroom apartments for rent made for comfort. Each spacious home features walk-in closets, plush carpeting, and vinyl flooring. You will love the gourmet eat-in kitchen with a dining area for entertaining. Don't forget to bring your pet along, as we are pet-friendly.

Enjoy the community amenities provided to our residents. Take advantage of the shimmering swimming pool with a sundeck on those warm and sunny days. We have on-site maintenance, and laundry facilities, making life simpler. Come home to The Drake apartments in Des Moines, IA, and contact us today!

Specials

Move-in Special!

Valid 2025-10-01 to 2025-10-31

Apply and move in before Halloween and receive $1200 in savings!

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Floor Plans

1 Bedroom Floor Plan

B1

Details
  • Beds: 1 Bedroom
  • Baths: 1
  • Square Feet: 625
  • Rent: $775
  • Deposit: $500
Floor Plan Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Smoke-free
  • Tub and Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

Availability for B1

Availability

Availability For B1
Apartment Floor Rent Deposit Available Apply Link
Apartment:41 Call for Location Details- Rent:$775 Deposit:$500 Available:2025-11-05 Apply Now

B2

Details
  • Beds: 1 Bedroom
  • Baths: 1
  • Square Feet: 564
  • Rent: Call for details.
  • Deposit: $500
Floor Plan Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Smoke-free
  • Tub and Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

Sorry there is currently no availability for B2

B3

Details
  • Beds: 1 Bedroom
  • Baths: 1
  • Square Feet: 505
  • Rent: $680-$780
  • Deposit: $500
Floor Plan Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Smoke-free
  • Tub and Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

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Availability for B3

Availability

Availability For B3
Apartment Floor Rent Deposit Available Apply Link
Apartment:3031 Call for Location Details- Rent:$680 Deposit:$500 Available:2025-11-12 Apply Now
Apartment:2051 Call for Location Details- Rent:$780 Deposit:$500 Available:2025-11-14 Apply Now
Apartment:5051 Call for Location Details- Rent:$680 Deposit:$500 Available:2025-12-14 Apply Now

2 Bedroom Floor Plan

C1

Details
  • Beds: 2 Bedrooms
  • Baths: 1
  • Square Feet: 792
  • Rent: Call for details.
  • Deposit: $500
Floor Plan Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Smoke-free
  • Tub and Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

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Sorry there is currently no availability for C1

C2

Details
  • Beds: 2 Bedrooms
  • Baths: 1
  • Square Feet: 693
  • Rent: $875-$900
  • Deposit: $500
Floor Plan Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Smoke-free
  • Tub and Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

Availability for C2

Availability

Availability For C2
Apartment Floor Rent Deposit Available Apply Link
Apartment:3072 Call for Location Details- Rent:$900 Deposit:$500 Available:Now Apply Now
Apartment:3022 Call for Location Details- Rent:$875 Deposit:$500 Available:Now Apply Now

3 Bedroom Floor Plan

D1

Details
  • Beds: 3 Bedrooms
  • Baths: 2
  • Square Feet: 1088
  • Rent: $1370-$1380
  • Deposit: $500
Availability for D1

Availability

Availability For D1
Apartment Floor Rent Deposit Available Apply Link
Apartment:401 Call for Location Details- Rent:$1380 Deposit:$500 Available:2025-11-15 Apply Now
Apartment:106 Call for Location Details- Rent:$1370 Deposit:$500 Available:2026-01-30 Apply Now

4 Bedroom Floor Plan

E1

Details
  • Beds: 4 Bedrooms
  • Baths: 2
  • Square Feet: 1088
  • Rent: Call for details.
  • Deposit: $500
Floor Plan Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Smoke-free
  • Tub and Shower
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

Sorry there is currently no availability for E1

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Select a floor plan or bedroom count to view those units on the overhead view on the site map. If you need assistance finding a unit in a specific location please call us at 515-274-2729 TTY: 711.

  Bed Bath Availability Rent Square Feet Floor Plan
Unit Number: 106 3 Bedrooms Bath:2 Available:2026-01-30 Rent:$1370 Square Feet:1088 Floor Plan:D1
Unit Number: 2051 1 Bedroom Bath:1 Available:2025-11-14 Rent:$780 Square Feet:505 Floor Plan:B3
Unit Number: 3022 2 Bedrooms Bath:1 Available:Now Rent:$875 Square Feet:693 Floor Plan:C2
Unit Number: 3031 1 Bedroom Bath:1 Available:2025-11-12 Rent:$680 Square Feet:505 Floor Plan:B3
Unit Number: 3072 2 Bedrooms Bath:1 Available:Now Rent:$900 Square Feet:693 Floor Plan:C2
Unit Number: 401 3 Bedrooms Bath:2 Available:2025-11-15 Rent:$1380 Square Feet:1088 Floor Plan:D1
Unit Number: 41 1 Bedroom Bath:1 Available:2025-11-05 Rent:$775 Square Feet:625 Floor Plan:B1
Unit Number: 5051 1 Bedroom Bath:1 Available:2025-12-14 Rent:$680 Square Feet:505 Floor Plan:B3

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Amenities

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Community Amenities

  • Controlled Access
  • Easy Access to Freeways
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Laundry Facilities
  • On-site Maintenance
  • On-site Professional Management
  • Sundeck
  • Swimming Pool

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Google Fiber Internet $65/month
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Renovated Units Available*
  • Smoke-free
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Window Coverings

* In Select Apartment Homes

Pet Policy

Pets Welcome Upon Approval. Fees apply. Please call for details.

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Phone Number: 515-274-2729 TTY: 711

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