Nestled beside Downtown Des Moines, Woodland Heights is an urban neighborhood boasting an amazing central location and a close-knit community. Woodland Heights is less than a mile from Drake University, so residents who work at or go to the school... can easily hop on a bus, walk, or bicycle to campus. The neighborhood is also convenient to some the city's most popular parks including Des Moines Water Works Park, Gray's Lake, and Western Gateway Park, home to the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Along with Downtown Des Moines’ abundant amenities, residents also have easy access to dozens of restaurants and specialty stores in the neighborhood along Ingersoll Avenue. Despite its stellar location, Woodland Heights has highly affordable as well as more upscale rentals options available, including mid-rise apartments and luxury loft-style apartments. Woodland Heights has earned the reputation for forming one of the most active neighborhood associations in the Des Moines metropolitan area. Read More