Short Term Lease 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (44 Rentals)

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Velocity
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$1,695 - $1,905
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$804 - $2,802
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$95
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$899 - $2,897
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Carman Estates
$1,170
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$1,170 - $1,270
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$1,170 - $1,270
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Carman Estates

2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Scott at East Village
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$1,015 - $1,330
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$826 - $1,668
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$6
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$832 - $1,674
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The Scott at East Village

700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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3614 6th Ave
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3614 6th Ave

3614 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Hickman House
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Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Ingersoll Flats
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Ingersoll Flats

2714 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Wellington Apartments
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$1,149 - $1,859
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$1,025 - $1,844
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$15
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$1,040 - $1,859
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Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments
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$1,199
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$600 - $1,094
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$105
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$705 - $1,199
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

11428 Forest AveClive, IA 50325
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Winwood Apartments
$1,195 - $1,520
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$970 - $1,520
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$970 - $1,520
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Winwood Apartments

6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Hamlet Apartments
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$884 - $1,181
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$679 - $1,075
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$106
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$785 - $1,181
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Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Flats Apartments
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$1,184 - $1,298
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$802 - $1,222
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$76
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$878 - $1,298
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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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 2 Bedroom Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Moines with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Des Moines is at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I listed at $648.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines is $1,277.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 2,205 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at Matilda 235 Townhomes.

What is the average size for Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Des Moines is currently 958 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.