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Drake Pointe
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Drake Pointe

1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
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4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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421 College Ave
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421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Ingersoll Flats
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Ingersoll Flats

2714 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Douglas Woods
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Douglas Woods

2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Iowa Stanton LLC
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Iowa Stanton LLC

2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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5008 Ingersoll Ave
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5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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718 18th St
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718 18th St

718 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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543 53rd St
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543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living

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

3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Drake West Village
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Drake West Village

1315 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Grand Prix Apartments
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Grand Prix Apartments

3205 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Southridge Senior Lofts
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Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Luther Park Apartments
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Luther Park Apartments

2824 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Gateway Lofts
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Gateway Lofts

1729-1733 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Uplift Manor
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Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Soho Lofts
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The Soho Lofts

400 E Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Flats on 5th
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Flats on 5th

7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Wellington Apartments
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$1,025 - $1,839
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$1,025 - $1,844
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$1,040 - $1,859
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Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments
Rent Specials
$895
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$600 - $1,094
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$105
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$705 - $1,199
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

11428 Forest AveClive, IA 50325
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Cambridge Court Apartments
Rent Specials
$860 - $1,000
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$850 - $1,565
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$860 - $1,575
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Cambridge Court Apartments

1225 11th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Brick Towne at Johnston
$1,000 - $1,100
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$1,000 - $1,450
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$1,000 - $1,450
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Brick Towne at Johnston

6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Bexley Urbandale
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$875
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$870 - $1,045
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$5
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$875 - $1,050
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Bexley Urbandale

7800 Iltis DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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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 Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.

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 1,242 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at Sterling at Prairie Trail North.

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 655 sq ft.

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