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14813 46th Ave S

710 Prospect Ave N

4904 S 293rd St
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4238 S 164th St

15150 65th Ave S

31003 14th Ave S, Unit C9

3428 I St NE

33020 10th Ave SW

25205 108th Ave SE

2605 S 272nd St

23417 16th Ave

21304 3rd Ave S

22601 18th Ave S
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Des Moines, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,456 | $1,745 | $3,495 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,976 | $2,000 | $3,949 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,565 | $3,269 | $3,795 |
Des Moines 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,916 | $3,549 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Des Moines, WA
Pricing Updated: 06/09/2025Current apartment rentals in the Des Moines, WA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Des Moines Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North Central Des Moines | $2,794 | $1,340 | 56 |
Cheapest Available Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Moines, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport neighborhood priced from $899. Crestview West in the Woodmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,311. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Moines apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living | S1 | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Crestview West | Studio 1 Bath S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,311 |
Silverwood Park | 201 ST B | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Connection Angle Lake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,340 |
Sea Fox Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the Woodmont neighborhood starting from $2,098. The second greatest value Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom (S.S) Model at Redondo Heights I starting at $1,622 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Woodmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Redondo Heights I | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom (S.S) | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
24431 27th Ave S, Unit 3 | 24431 27th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Waterview Crossing Apartments | Parkside | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Uptown Square | Bolden | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Grandview Apartments | Kirby | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Mariposa | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
Tree Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
View at the Lake | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in Des Moines?
There are currently 284 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $4,240. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines ranging from $875 to $4,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Des Moines ranges from $875 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,879.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Des Moines?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Des Moines range from $1,600 to $3,328, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,949. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,269 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,384.
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