
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA with Utilities Included (185 Rentals) Page 2 of 4


The Elmhurst

Virginia Park Affordable Apartments

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Southbrook Green

Pleasant Court

MLK Brickstone Apartments

High Street Brickstone

University Place Lofts

La Placita on East Grand
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The Klein Building

3326 University Ave

1424 9th St

Mirell Flats

Douglas Manor Apartments

Ayrshire Apartments

Meredith Homes

The Flats on 21st

South View Apartments

University Terrace Apartments
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McKinley Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

Twin Manor

Southview Manor

Oak Park Manor

The Winona

Grand Manor Apartments

The Flats on 56th

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Kingman Gardens

Grand Colony Apartments

Drake Pointe

4314 University Ave

421 College Ave

Douglas Woods

Hawthorn Hill Apartments

Stanton Apartments

718 18th St

5008 Ingersoll Ave
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Shelly Rose Estates

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

Windsor Terrace Apartments

Grand Prix Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

Luther Park Apartments

Drake West Village

Uplift Manor

The Soho Lofts

Rose Glen
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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 | $954 | $480 | $1,992 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $480 | $3,142 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $648 | $2,900 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $685 | $3,257 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $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 The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments listed at $480.
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 $1,160.
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 1,226 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at R&T Lofts.
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.
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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.

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