
Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (126 Rentals) Page 2 of 3


Northtown Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

University Village

College Hill Apartments

Hilltop Apartments

14Forty

Riverpoint Lofts

Goldbriar Chateau

Hamilton Apartments
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Capitol Heights

Four Seasons Apartments

Ingersoll Towers

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Prairie Woods Apartments

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Park Ridge Apartments

Rumely Lofts

Rosemont Place

Somerset

Sutton Hill

Harbach Lofts
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Ashley Square

Madison Flats

River Oaks Apartments

Civic Center Court Apartments

Crossroad Apartments

The Grove at Hickman

Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+

Forest Ave Townhomes

Ingersoll FLATS

Alta Casa

The James on Grand

Virginia Park Affordable Apartments

Old Main & Drake Apartments

MLK Brickstone Apartments

High Street Brickstone

University Place Lofts

e5w Building

Mirell Flats

Ayrshire Apartments

1120 23rd St

Linc Apartments

506 Lacona Ave

Kingman Gardens

The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive

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Residences at 62W

Sterling of Prairie Trail

St. Andrews Apartments

Robin Hill

Cambridge Court

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Brick Towne at Johnston
Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Studio Apartments | $955 | $480 | $2,000 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $480 | $2,921 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $648 | $2,900 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $685 | $3,294 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $560 | $2,300 |
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Des Moines, IA Area Reviews
Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines
May 14, 2025Many 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 The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments listed at $480.
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 $1,158.
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 1,226 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at R&T Lofts.
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 675 sq ft.
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