
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (574 Rentals) Page 8 of 12


Drake Manor

Scottish Rite Park

Yocum Apartments

712-808 Bancroft St

6Th And Hickman Apartments

Castle

Kingman Apartments

Jacobs Place Apartments

Sunshine Lofts

1152 21st St

Ligutti Tower

2900-2902 Cottage Grove Ave

Crane Artist Lofts

826 18th St

The Drake Apartments

532 29th St

Cottage Grove Apartments

Royal View Manor

1411 Beaver Ave

BaStone Apartments

Southridge Senior Residences

Beaverdale Apartments

Stonecrest Apartments

3800 Martin Luther King Jr Pky

6430 Urbandale Ave

Hickory Grove Apartments

629 49th St

2519 Clarkson Ave

1137 26th St

2000-2138 E Caulder Ave

689 18th St

The Fifth

East Park Apartments

Frank W. Smith Retirement Center

Copper Shores Village

Fort Des Moines Senior Housing

Bloomsbury Village

Southview Senior Apartments

The Apartments of River Trace

125 NW Aurora Ave

823 18th St

3309 University Ave

Tonawanda Apartments

Laurel Village Apartments

Eddy Apartments

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Community Homes

The View on Douglas

Eastview Manor
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 | $928 | $480 | $1,984 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $480 | $2,808 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $685 | $3,161 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $560 | $2,500 |
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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 $1,157.
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 565 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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.