You do not hava Java enabled browser, or your java is not enabled. You can still navigate this site from the footer links found on the bottom of each page. Links to upgrade your browser. Compared to costs in many larger cities, apartments near the campus are reasonably priced.
Some students purchase homes, taking advantage of the stable and affordable housing market.
The University doesn't offer dormitories or rental units, but students rarely have a problem finding suitable housing. Many of our students live within walking distance of the campus. Grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, restaurants, shops and service stations are located nearby. Grand Avenue, with its shaded lawns and stately surroundings, has long been a premier Des Moines neighborhood. Just blocks away are Terrace Hill, a mansion that now serves as home for Iowa's governor, and the historic Owl's Head District known for its expansive homes, mature trees and winding brick streets.