
Apartments for Rent in the Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (76 Rentals)


Evergreen Terrace

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Carman Estates

Watrous Apartments

The Oaks

The Jefferson

Elmcrest

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

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Woodside Park Apartments
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Park Ridge Apartments

Rosemont Place

Sutton Hill

Park Forest

Melbourne

Ivy II

The Vineyards

Virginia Park Affordable Apartments

Southbrook Green

Prairie Winds Apartments
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Lyn Crossing

The Ridges

Southern Meadows Homes

2300 Hart Ave, Unit 7

7000 Lake Hill Dr

2900 SE 10th St

7000 Lake Ridge Ave

7000 Lake Ridge Ave

3327 SE 4th Ct

3310 SE 5th St
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3315 SE 4th St

2323 E Porter Ave

3302 SE 5th St

3433 SE 20th St

3018 SE 17th St

2012 E Caulder Ave

417 E Wall Ave

3154 Indianola Ave

3138 Indianola Ave

2825 SE 14th St
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1503 E Bell Ave

Meadow Cove

The Vineyards at Carman Estates

The Arbors at Carman Estates

Tivoli Townhomes

Ewing Trace

Hillsboro Townhomes

3729 SE 23rd St

Meadowridge Townhomes

Regency Manor MHC
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Allen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Allen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $834 | $705 | $1,125 |
| Allen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $939 | $747 | $1,550 |
| Allen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $1,100 | $1,610 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Allen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,237 | $995 | $1,675 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,899 | $1,699 | $2,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAllen, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #53
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa including Allen, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Allen
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Allen area of Des Moines, IA?
As of today, August 05, 2026, there are currently 76 available Allen apartments priced from $705 to $1,610, with an average monthly rent of $963.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Allen Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Allen ranges from $705 to $1,125 with an average monthly rent of $834.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Allen cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Allen range from $747 to $1,550. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $939.
How expensive are Allen Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 22 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Allen on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,610 - averaging $1,285 for the location.
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I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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