Element Urbandale
3650 Patricia Dr,
Urbandale, IA 50322
$1,075 - $1,125 | 1-2 Beds
Urbandale
Urbandale, IA
Area Guide
An affordable small town perfect for the whole family
Affordable
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Public Transit
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Quaint
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Family-Friendly
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Parks
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Urbandale is the ideal location for those in search of welcoming neighbors, quiet streets, and family-friendly attractions. Located just a few miles northwest of Des Moines, Iowa, Urbandale offers small town charm with access to big city amenities.
Residents of all ages enjoy visiting Living History Farms where a historic village comes to life with exhibits regarding Iowa’s farming history. Urbandale’s farming history is a staple to the community, so be sure to check out the Machine Shed, a farm-style restaurant with classic American cuisine and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Community parks reside around town, as well as the Urbandale Golf & Country Club. A variety of restaurants, bars, and shops can be found along Douglas Avenue, and there are nearby conveniences such as Target, Home Depot, CVS, and Starbucks. Affordable apartments are available for rent in this tranquil and charming small town.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Urbandale, IA is $729 for a studio, $924 for one bedroom, $1,058 for two bedrooms, and $1,213 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Urbandale has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$924/month
678 Sq Ft
House
$2,333/month
1,511 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,360/month
1,245 Sq Ft
Transportation
39
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
37
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
625 Students
8
Public
Grades K-5
682 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
510 Students
6
Rolling Green Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
272 Students
5
Public
Grades K-5
277 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
894 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
1,347 Students
5
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Living History Farms
- Westchester Park
- Ashby Park
- American Legion Park
- Drake Municipal Observatory
Military Bases
Airports
- Des Moines International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.