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Tempo East Village
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Tempo East Village

317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 03, 2026

There are currently 7971 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Des Moines, IA that range in price from $480 to $2,808. Cheatom Park, Southwest Des Moines and King-irving Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Des Moines with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Cheatom Park237$1,166$480
Southwest Des Moines235$1,161$650
King-irving Park232$1,173$480
Carpenter230$1,172$480
Drake Park228$1,174$480
McKinley School Columbus Park218$1,195$695
Haines Park Owls Head Estates217$1,197$480
Greater South Side212$1,195$675
East Village211$1,197$480
Capitol Park206$1,197$480

Largest Available Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is found at Mezzo on Walnut in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 1,090 square feet priced from $2,150. Sterling at Prairie Trail North in the Springwood neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,061 square feet and currently listed start at $1,545. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Mezzo on WalnutScala1,090 Sq Ft$2,150
Sterling at Prairie Trail NorthGinger Townhome1,061 Sq Ft$1,545
The James on GrandFloor Plan N1,003 Sq Ft$1,797
R&T LoftsSource989 Sq Ft$1,300
Mansions at HemingwayAshley975 Sq Ft$1,305
Residences at 62WOakdale934 Sq Ft$1,625
LINC at Gray's StationA22910 Sq Ft$1,596
The Equitable BuildingWaltz860 Sq Ft$1,299
Fort Des Moines1-Bedroom626 Sq Ft$850
The ElmhurstModel C600 Sq Ft$865

Cheapest Available Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I in the Green Meadows West neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Moines 1 Bedroom is the Standard 1 Bed Model at Highland Park Apartments starting at $597 in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Des Moines is currently $1,157. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom$548
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed$597
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed$597
732 19th St1 Beds, 1 Baths$625
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$650
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$675
The 2800 Residences2nd Floor - 1 Bed$675
The Pointe on Fleur ApartmentsUp to 2 Months Free Rent Call Today!$675
The Grove at Hickman1x1$695
The DrakeB3$695

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Des Moines Overview

It’s likely that you only really hear about Des Moines every four years when the presidential caucuses kick off in this city. But that’s only part of the great culture and history of Des Moines. It’s over 150 years old and in that time has grown to be a Midwestern hub of culture and commerce. If you’re in the insurance industry, Des Moines is the absolute best place to live as it is the home of several large insurance companies. Des Moines isn’t just for insurance people, though, it’s a city that keeps growing, and it’s even been attracting more and more young people. If you’re looking for apartments in Des Moines, this must be an exciting time in your life because Des Moines is a great (not to mention inexpensive) place to live.

Why live in Des Moines, IA?

Des Moines is a constantly underrated city. It’s not the most talked about city, but it sure has a lot going on! It’s the home of several professional minor league sports teams, including the Des Moines Buccaneers of the United States Hockey League. Des Moines is also a smart city. It has an impressive public school system and houses five colleges and universities. Iowa’s work force, including that of Des Moines, ranks as one of the best educated in the country due to its 80% high school graduation rate. Des Moines’ real claim to fame is its importance in the presidential election, many candidates set up campaign offices here due to its position as the site of the first caucuses.

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Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines

May 14, 2025

Many residents prefer the western suburbs or more distant communities like Indianola, Boone, Ames, or Newton. Certainly those are all viable options.I would never pick Des Moines for its schools, for example. But the city has many fine neighborhoods which are worth a look.

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 Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I listed at $548.

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 $1,157.

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 1,090 square feet unit starting from $2,150 at Mezzo on Walnut.

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 565 sq ft.

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