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Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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The Klein Building
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The Klein Building

3614 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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3419 1st St
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3419 1st St

3419 1st StDes Moines, IA 50313
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732 19th St
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732 19th St

732 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1314 22nd St
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1314 22nd St

1314 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311

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1082 21st St
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1082 21st St

1082 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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933 18th St
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933 18th St

933 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Meredith Homes
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Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Highland Park Manor
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Highland Park Manor

3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Clover Creek
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Clover Creek

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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South View Apartments
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South View Apartments

4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Libertad Des Moines
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Libertad Des Moines

4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Drake Collection
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Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Flats on 21st
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The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1110 29th St
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1110 29th St

1110 29th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Casady Apartments
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Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Garden Court Apartments
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Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Quarters on 9th
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The Quarters on 9th

5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Twin Manor
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Twin Manor

720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Des Moines, IA Area Reviews

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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 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 $1,158.

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 1,090 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 586 sq ft.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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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.

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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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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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.