
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (323 Rentals) Page 3 of 7


The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Forest Ave Townhomes

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The Winford Apartments

Ingersoll FLATS

Lenox Properties

Alta Casa

The James on Grand

Hickman One

1333 22nd St

722 18th St

Cornerstone Apartments

718 18th St

Inglewood Apartments

The Elmhurst

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Southbrook Green

Reagan House

High Street Brickstone

Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats

Pleasant Court

University Place Lofts

The Hampton Meadows

Maverick Apartments

MLK Brickstone Apartments

Park Winds

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Pioneer Estates

The Ridges

The 2800 Residences

Highland Park Apartments

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430 E Locust St, Unit 430 East Locust #4

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4434 Honey Bee Rdg, Unit Apartment

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1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 4

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2921 High St, Unit 2917 High Apt.#1

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4009 University Ave, Unit #3

4009 University Ave, Unit 3

200 Grand Ave

1076 21st St

1118 26th St

1306 34th St

1260 34th St

614 Douglas Ave

1464 E 14th St

La Placita on East Grand

Thomas Apartments

The Klein Building

Larnerd Apartments

732 19th St

3419 1st St
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 | $965 | $575 | $2,061 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,194 | $480 | $5,894 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $655 | $3,128 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $530 | $2,500 |
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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 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 $1,194.
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 675 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.