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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $2,500 (325 Rentals) Page 5 of 7
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$835 - $8951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Olde English Village
1201 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$995 - $1,2251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
St. Andrews Apartments
3241 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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$861 - $1,4111 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Blue Ridge Commons
1040 Blue Ridge Pl NWAltoona, IA 50009
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$9091 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bridlewood Apartments
100-112 5th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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$975 - $9951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive
11040 Hickman RdClive, IA 50325
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$1,2991 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Franklin Apartments
1210 SW 28th StAnkeny, IA 50023
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$1,396 - $1,7301 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 8
Picket Fence Community
455 S 85th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Eastwood on Grand
2120 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,025 - $1,3411 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wellington Apartments
4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$813 - $1,0201 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
Element at Valley West
4101 Woodland PlzWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 14
Bennett Grand Woods Apartments
1813 Bennett DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$811 - $1,1121 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Colonial Village
1340 42nd StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$850 - $1,1451 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 30
Robin Hill
2000 Westown PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,099 - $1,1191 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Fountains Apartments
5101 Hawthorne DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,005 - $1,4551 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Jordan Creek
210 S Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$935 - $1,0901 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cambridge Court Apartments
1225 11th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,000 - $1,1001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Brick Towne at Johnston
6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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$8351 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 5
Park West Apartments
1155 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,035 - $2,0431 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Providence Pointe
6210 NW 106th StJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,0251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Fairmeadows Village-55+ Rental Community
2625 Vine StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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 | $936 | $560 | $1,724 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $547 | $3,246 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $645 | $4,076 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $725 | $5,199 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $965 | $2,656 |
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Getting Around Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Des Moines, IA Area Reviews
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Write a ReviewJoseph • 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 $1,123.
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 1,570 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at 3614 6th Ave.
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 634 sq ft.
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