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Studio, 1, 2 and 4 Bedroom Apartments
Starting at $570 per installment/per person.
Student apartments near Drake University in Des Moines, IA
If Drake West Village was any closer to campus, you'd be in class! Get the lifestyle you want with our fully furnished apartments near Drake University featuring private bedroom and bathroom floor plans, 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center and Academic Success Center!
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1315 31st Street Suite F
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 255-0370
DrakeWestVillage@americancampus.com
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
*Please contact our office for holiday hours or early closure information.
Right where you want
to be.
- Walk or bike to Drake University
- Steps from Hubbell Dining Hall
- Minutes from Aliber and Meredith Hall
- Convenient access to Des Moines Area Community College, Mercy College and Des Moines University
For Parents
We know you have a million things to worry about when your loved one is off at college, but their living environment shouldn't be one of them! Since 1993, American Campus has been the nation's leading provider of academically oriented student communities. In our unrelenting commitment to students, we give your student the college experience they want and the academic environment they need to succeed - not just in school, but also in life.
24/7 ON-CALL STAFF
With on-site professional management and maintenance, and on-call staff available 24/7, we're always on duty to address your student's needs.
AVAILABLE ROOMMATE MATCHING
No roommate? No problem! Our roommate matching program is powered by RoomSync–a roommate matching app. Your student will have the opportunity to create a personal profile, search, filter, chat and match with other residents who will be living in the community.
INDIVIDUAL LIABILITY LEASES
You're only responsible for your student's rent — never someone else's! If a roommate transfers or graduates, you have no financial worries.
FULLY FURNISHED, TECHNOLOGY ENABLED
No moving truck needed! Nearly all ACC properties offer fully furnished units at no extra fee. And, our communities are technology enabled, helping your student stay connected to their coursework, friends and you.
FAQs
Application Process
Can I fill out an application online?
You can access the online application by clicking the “Apply Online” link at the top of every page.
Can I print an application from the website?
You can access the printable PDF version of the application by clicking the “APPLY ONLINE!” link at the top of each page then selecting "Apply by mail" at the top of the page.
Guarantor
What paperwork is required with a guarantor?
The guarantor will need to sign the guaranty agreement. If the resident is not of legal age to execute a contract, the guarantor will be required to sign both the lease and guaranty agreement.
When is a guarantor required?
All residents require a guarantor to complete the guaranty agreement.
Individual Leases
What is an individual lease?
An individual lease provides each resident with their own separate lease agreement and responsibility for his/her rental installments and applicable utility and parking charges. By signing an individual lease, you are only taking responsibility for your rental installments and lease terms and will not be held liable for any delinquent amounts owed by your roommate(s).
Lease Term & Rental Installments
Do you send me a bill every month?
No, bills are not sent to residents each month, but you may see payment reminders posted around the property.
How can I make a payment?
We accept credit cards, debit cards and ACH payments online through our Resident Portal. We are unable to accept cash.
What is an installment?
The typical lease term is approximately 9.5 months of occupancy which coincides with the university's academic calendar. The resident is charged a total rent amount for the contracted occupancy period. The lease agreement will reflect the total rent amount typically divided into 10 equal installments due August 1 - May 1. These installments do not represent a monthly rent amount and are not prorated.
When are the installments due?
Installments are due on the 1st of every month per the payment schedule outlined in the lease agreement.
Renters Insurance
Are there insurance requirements for signing a lease at the community?
Renters insurance is not required but highly recommended. Coverage for your personal belongings is not included as part of your Lease Agreement. Renters insurance can provide coverage for loss or damage to your personal belongings (including fire, theft, or natural causes).
You can obtain renters’ insurance coverage via American Campus Communities’ preferred insurance partner LeaseTrack
Roommate Matching & Requests
Am I allowed to request a specific unit?
You can list your preferences on your profile card and housing application and we will do our best to place you in the unit that fits those requests. All requests are served on a first-come, first-served basis and are taken in order based on the date your lease was received.
Can I request specific roommates?
Yes, you can list the roommates you have chosen on your profile card when completing your lease. It is important that all roommates list each other and that all requests are mutual.
Do you have a roommate matching service?
Yes, you will be given a profile card when completing your lease contract that will inquire as to your study habits, social habits, and hobbies to help us match you with residents that have similar preferences in your floor plan.