1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (26 Rentals)

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Meredith Homes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Libertad Des Moines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Libertad Des Moines

4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
1 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Shelly Rose Estates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shelly Rose Estates

3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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3729 SE 23rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3729 SE 23rd St

3729 SE 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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192 IV Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

192 IV Apartments

6705 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
Senior Living

Allen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Allen area of Des Moines, IA is found at Fort Des Moines and is listed at 733 square feet . Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Fort Des Moines733 Sq FtCall for Rates
Rosemont PlaceA1702 Sq Ft$785
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom700 Sq Ft$775
MelbourneA1 - Market Rate653 Sq Ft$545
Southern Knolls (Watrous)A1650 Sq Ft$600
Southbrook Green1 Bedroom648 Sq Ft$875
Park Forest1x1 630630 Sq Ft$695
The RidgesA1 - Renovated624 Sq Ft$775
Sutton HillA1 - Renovated572 Sq Ft$668
Virginia Park Affordable Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath560 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Allen of Des Moines, IA is the A1 - 40 - Income Restricted Model starting from $545 at Melbourne. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Allen is currently $911. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
MelbourneA1 - 40 - Income Restricted$545
Southern Knolls (Watrous)A1$600
Sutton HillA1$668
Park Forest1x1 630$695
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom$775
The RidgesA1 - Renovated$775
Rosemont PlaceA1$785
Fort Des Moines1 Bedroom-B3$850
Southbrook Green1 Bedroom$875

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Allen, Des Moines, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Allen Apartments

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Allen is $911.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Allen Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Allen is a 733 square feet unit at Fort Des Moines.

What is the average size for Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Allen is currently 665 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.