
Apartments for Rent in the Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (75 Rentals)


Evergreen Terrace

The Ridges

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Carman Estates

Watrous Apartments

Meadow Cove

The Oaks

Elmcrest

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes
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Park Ridge Apartments

Park Forest

Rosemont Place

Lyn Crossing

The Jefferson

Melbourne

Sutton Hill

The Vineyards

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Prairie Winds Apartments

Southern Meadows Homes

Ivy II

7000 Lake Hill Dr

4206 SE 23rd St

4421 SE 14th St, Unit 201

2323 E Porter Ave, Unit 27

7000 Lake Ridge Ave

4076 Indianola Ave
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2825 SE 14th St

3310 SE 5th St

2000 Meadow Ct, Unit 510

2000 Meadow Ct, Unit 411

2000 Meadow Ct, Unit 212

2000 Meadow Ct

2000 Meadow Ct

2000 Meadow Ct

3154 Indianola Ave

3138 Indianola Ave

1630 Pleasant View Dr

817 SE Hackley Ave

The Vineyards at Carman Estates

The Arbors at Carman Estates

Tivoli Townhomes

Ewing Trace

Hillsboro Townhomes

3729 SE 23rd St

Meadowridge Townhomes

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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 Studio Apartments | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $886 | $705 | $1,125 |
| Allen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $769 | $1,550 |
| Allen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $1,050 | $1,610 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAllen, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Allen
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 $886.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Allen cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Allen range from $769 to $1,550. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,089.
How expensive are Allen Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 18 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Allen on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $1,610 - averaging $1,331 for the location.
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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