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Canary Lofts


2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA

Studio - 2 Bed
1 Bath

330 - 964 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Feb. 6th
Studio • 1 Bath
$803
330 ft2
32 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-330
$803
Available: Ask
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2530-314
$803
Available Feb 6th, 2026
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2530-430
$803
Available Feb 7th, 2026
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2530-416
$803
Available May 8th, 2026
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2530-332
$803
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-120
$803
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-226
$803
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-216
$803
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-228
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-428
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-420
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-418
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-206
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-124
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-214
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-220
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-222
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-304
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-320
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-414
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-322
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-324
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-338
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-126
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-114
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-110
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-106
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-104
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-102
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-432
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-438
$803
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-336
$803
Available Sep 8th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,012 - $1,112
460 ft2
19 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-423
$1,012
Available Mar 8th, 2026
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2530-215
$1,012
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-417
$1,012
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-317
$1,012
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-425
$1,012
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-331
$1,012
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-111
$1,112
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-113
$1,112
Available Jul 8th, 2026
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2530-213
$1,012
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-315
$1,012
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-321
$1,012
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-325
$1,012
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-413
$1,012
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-419
$1,012
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-105
$1,112
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-109
$1,112
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-115
$1,112
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-119
$1,112
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-431
$1,012
Available Sep 8th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,013
528 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-209
$1,013
Available Apr 8th, 2026
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2530-309
$1,013
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-409
$1,013
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,115
462 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-410
$1,115
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,160
526 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-311
$1,160
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-411
$1,160
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,160
555 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-408
$1,160
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,652
962 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-121
$1,652
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-333
$1,652
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,700
815 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-440
$1,700
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-340
$1,700
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2530-130
$1,700
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,715 - $1,775
964 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: Canary Lofts by Real Property Management Express
2530-303
$1,715
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-305
$1,775
Available Jun 8th, 2026
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2530-403
$1,715
Available Aug 8th, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Fitness Center
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Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Lease & Fees
Security Deposit: $500
Property details
Description

Welcome to Canary Lofts in Des Moines, Iowa.
Discover contemporary apartment living near Drake University. Canary Lofts offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments featuring modern finishes and functional layouts-ideal for students, professionals, and anyone seeking a connected urban lifestyle.
Enjoy everyday comforts and upscale amenities including in-unit washers and dryers, 9-foot ceilings, vinyl plank flooring, secure key fob access, and pet-friendly living. Residents also enjoy access to premium community spaces such as a rooftop sky deck, sky lounge, fitness center, and pet spa-designed to elevate daily living.
Ideally located near Drake University and just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Canary Lofts places you close to local dining, entertainment, campus life, and major commuter routes.
Ready to make Canary Lofts your next home? Schedule your tour today.
Pets considered with additional pet fee & pet rent. Eligible for $0 security deposit.
Rent rates and availability are subject to change. Images, 3D tours, and renderings of units may be similar to available units and do not necessarily represent the specific units available. For more information, contact Real Property Management Express.
Professionally leased and managed by Real Property Management Express.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 136
Last Updated: Updated 3 hours ago
Contact Number: (515) 461-8835
Internet Providers
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Mediacom Communications Corp. 1000.0 50.0
CenturyLink, Inc. 100.0 10.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
CenturyLink, Inc. 40.0 20.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for Canary Lofts by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$32,400
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$41,300
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$61,200
per year
Rent report

Canary Lofts Rent vs. Des Moines Average

 Canary Lofts      Des Moines Average
Studio
$899
$983
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400
1BR
$1,149
$1,127
$0
$400
$800
$1,200
$1,600
2BR
$1,701
$1,165
$0
$600
$1,200
$1,800
$2,400

Canary Lofts is asking 9% less than the average studio apartment in Des Moines.

If you upsized to an average priced Des Moines 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 13% more per month.

Canary Lofts provides 15% less square footage than the average Des Moines studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
Canary Lofts
Studio $899 $2.30 $2,698
1BR $1,149 $2.20 $3,446
2BR $1,701 $1.90 $5,103
Des Moines Average
Studio $983 $2.20 $2,950
1BR $1,127 $1.70 $3,382
2BR $1,165 $1.30 $3,494
3BR $1,419 $1.20 $4,256
4BR $1,761 $1.10 $5,283

Availability in Des Moines

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 509 2BR units on the market in Des Moines. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
17% 34% 40% 8% 1%
Available Units in Des Moines
Studio 212
1BR 438
2BR 509
3BR 103
4BR 16
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Iowa Methodist Medical Center 1.19 mi.
Broadlawns Medical Center 1.26 mi.
Mercy Medical Center Des Moines 1.49 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Windsor Heights Fire Department 2.72 mi.
Windsor Heights Fire Department 2.91 mi.
King County Fire Protection District 26 3.55 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 66 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 3 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. The soonest move-in date is February 06, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 330 to 964 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $803 to $1,012. Canary Lofts has studio units available starting at $803.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 2530 University Ave in Des Moines, IA. It's 2.7 miles west from the center of Des Moines.
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