1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA Under $1,500 (41 Rentals)

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Avana Star Lake
$1,217 - $1,470
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Avana Star Lake

2211 S STAR LAKE RdFederal Way, WA 98003
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$1,400

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31003 14th Ave S, Unit F3

31003 14th Ave S
Federal WayWA98003
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Cottonwood
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Cottonwood

25919 25th Ln SKent, WA 98032
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View at the Lake
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View at the Lake

30602 Pacific Hwy SFederal Way, WA 98003

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Timber Heights
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Timber Heights

4809-4822 S 252nd PlKent, WA 98032
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Redondo Heights I
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Redondo Heights I

27606 Pacific Hwy SFederal Way, WA 98003
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Royal Arms Villa
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Royal Arms Villa

133 SW Normandy RdNormandy Park, WA 98166
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Southwood Apartments
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Southwood Apartments

121 S 174th StBurien, WA 98148
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Redondo Heights II
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Redondo Heights II

1810 South 276th StreetFederal Way, WA 98003

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Villa Capri
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Villa Capri

28621 25th Pl SFederal Way, WA 98003
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Moines with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Des Moines is at Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living listed at $899.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines is $1,819.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 902 square feet unit starting from $1,728 at Uptown Square.

What is the average size for Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Des Moines is currently 629 sq ft.

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