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Finn Apartments
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$895
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$890 - $1,120
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$895 - $1,125
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Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Weston Park Apartments
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$850 - $900
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$814 - $1,014
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$36
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$850 - $1,050
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Weston Park Apartments

4200 Park AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Ballyard Lofts
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$996
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$971
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$25
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$996
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Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Legacy Meadows
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$760 - $795
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$745 - $980
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$15
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$760 - $995
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Legacy Meadows

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Drake
$695 - $855
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$630 - $1,305
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$65
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$695 - $1,370
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Hampton Meadows
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$750 - $770
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$692 - $902
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$58
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$750 - $960
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The Hampton Meadows

6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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University Village
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$900 - $975
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$815 - $890
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$85
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$900 - $975
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University Village

2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Riverpoint Lofts
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$1,049
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$1,041 - $1,052
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$8
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$1,049 - $1,060
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Prairie Woods Apartments
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$825 - $935
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$815 - $1,150
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$815 - $1,150
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Prairie Woods Apartments

4014 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Park Ridge Apartments
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$825
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$825 - $1,100
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$825 - $1,100
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Park Ridge Apartments

3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Sutton Hill
$730 - $780
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$642 - $1,215
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$88
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$730 - $1,303
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Sutton Hill

2100 King AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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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 Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.

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 1,242 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at Sterling at Prairie Trail North.

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 655 sq ft.

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