
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $900 (175 Rentals)


The Village at Grays Lake

The Fleming

The Village at Westchester

Weston Park Apartments

The Elliott

Franklin Court Apartments

East Village Square

Des Moines Building

The Pointe on Fleur
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Evergreen Terrace

Westchester Square

Village on Grand

Northtown Apartments

Watrous Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Court Avenue Lofts

Legacy Apartments
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The Oaks

1219 34th St

Grand Colony

Sunburst

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The Scott at East Village

Civic Center Court Apartments

Madison Flats

Ingersoll Towers

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Prairie Woods Apartments

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Park Ridge Apartments
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Park Forest

Somerset

Sutton Hill

Deer Ridge

Elmcrest

Willow Bend

Ingersoll Park Studios

Chad Estates

Capitol Heights Apartments

Four Seasons Apartments
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Parkside East

Hamilton Apartments

Beaverdale Housing LLC

Crossroad Apartments

The Grove at Hickman

Hampton House Apartments

Valley Acres Apartments

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Ingersoll FLATS

Lenox Properties
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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 | $927 | $480 | $1,984 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $480 | $2,806 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $685 | $3,301 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $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 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 $1,151.
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 669 sq ft.
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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.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
