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1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs.

Apartment near Drake University in Des Moines

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, and a wall decoration.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, a stove, and a coffee maker.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A cozy living room with a wooden wall, a grey sofa, a small wooden table, and a TV displaying a streaming service interface.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, a coffee maker, and a stove.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom490 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Beaverdale stay.Your stay at this Beaverdale apartment places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Drake University and Merle Hay Mall. Broadlawns Medical Center and Knapp Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Drake University - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Casey's Center - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪VA STARBUCKS - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Scooters - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪VA Canteen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪TNT Vietnamese Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

About this property

1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs.

Discover the beauty of Des Moines from this 1-bedroom apartment. This brilliant space features a cozy queen bed, a fully equipped kitchen, and a relaxing bathtub in the bathroom. Guests can enjoy amenities like AC, WiFi, and a convenient coin laundry. The peaceful atmosphere of this quaint apartment is perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city. Enjoy all that Des Moines has to offer when you stay at our place.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 490 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please be sure all dishes are washed and put away clean.
Please gather used towels and leave by the front door. Anything wet can hang in bathroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please limit footwear inside as carpet is new.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. to the airport?

This apartment is 8.3 mi (28-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs.?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs.?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. to downtown Des Moines?

This apartment is 3.9 mi away from Des Moines.

1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable quiet and a nice place to lay your head
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and everything you need. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central location and cozy! Very tidy and host was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. Apartment was clean and as described. Perfect for two.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is small but very cute and cozy, perfect for a short stay for my daughter and I. It had everything we needed and was clean. The bed and furniture were comfortable. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy at first, but it ended up being very quiet and we didn’t have any issues. Lots of restaurants nearby and easy to find. The maintenance guy who is onsite was very helpful and answered right away when I had trouble working the electronic lock. I would stay here again if I’m ever back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Corey B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The new carpet was sticky and had stains. The drinking glasses and coffee cups were not even close to clean it was downright disgusting. The shower hot and cold water knobs are jacked up and be really careful as you can burn the snot out of yourself. The walls are paper thin. But for the cost it was not bad.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kelly D.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Pulled up and was taken back by the surrounding area, we were supposed to be there 3 nights, only stayed one!Tried to go to bed- people talking outside the window- checked the windows and the bedroom window and the living room window were unlocked! Did not feel good about the situation but it was late and decided to stay. Was awoken in the night by what sounded as if people were having … can’t say for sure what I heard. However, it was loud and unsettling. The community that this apartment is in is shared by permanent residents that don’t seem to want “outsiders” there. Which made an already not great area seem even more uninviting. Overall- dark, dingy, and depressing. I have
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Charles

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny place in a questionable neighborhood. The owner provided photos don't really demonstrate how small the rooms are. Bathroom is very cramped. The hand towel ring literally fell off the wall when drying my hands. The plastic shower curtain hung way too low and spread out at the bottom of the tub. No hair dryer. Thankfully, the water was hot and had plenty of pressure. Bedroom had just enough room to walk around and only one accessible outlet near the bed. Living room was again, tiny. No room for an inflatable bed, and the couch was not a pull-out. None of the TV remotes (there were 3 for a single TV?!?) would work. TV had no subscriptions and no local programming that I could find using the local controls. This place is not fit for more than two people. The couch really wasn't long enough for a third person to sleep and wasn't a pull-out, and there wasn't enough room in the living room for an inflatable bed. The place was reasonably clean, but had the appearance of a "landlord special" with haphazard painting and a mild odor of a poorly maintained ventilation system in an old house. This property was the cheapest option that included parking for a two night stay, which is why I didn't rate it lower.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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