
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $900 (174 Rentals) Page 3 of 4


Bell Terrace Apartments

The Winona

Kingstone Apartments 2

Grand Manor Apartments

Grand Terrace Apartments

The Flats on 56th

Brickstone Apartments

4671 NW 50th St

Ingersoll Park

River Hills Apartments #2

Kingman Gardens

Grand Heights

1069 33rd St

The 31st Street Apartments

Drake Pointe

Gateway Hill Apartments

4314 University Ave

Sevastopol Station

421 College Ave

Douglas Woods

Hawthorn Hill Apartments

Hubbell Tower Apartments

Stanton Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

543 53rd St

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

Shelly Rose Estates

Windsor Terrace Apartments

Grand Prix Apartments

Uplift Manor

Regency Woods

Olde English Village

Elm Village

Westwood Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

Bennett Grand Woods Apartments

Colonial Village

Robin Hill

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Sherwood Glen

Plaza Manor

Total Monthly Price
Hamlet Apartments

Total Monthly Price
Country Club Village Apartments

Golfview Condos

Venbury Trail

Centennial Place Apartments

Total Monthly Price
Westpointe Apartments

Normandy Terrace Apartments

Total Monthly Price
The Flats Apartments
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 | $935 | $480 | $1,984 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $480 | $3,123 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $685 | $3,302 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $560 | $2,500 |
Explore Des Moines
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 $1,162.
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 585 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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.

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.

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.