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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 23, 2026

There are currently 3096 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Des Moines, IA that range in price from $685 to $8,794. Outer West Des Moines Urbandale, Outer Ankeny Saylorville and Timberline Village are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Des Moines with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer West Des Moines Urbandale160$1,450$748
Outer Ankeny Saylorville126$1,520$685
Timberline Village105$1,399$1,106
The Pinnacle83$1,399$1,113
Glynn Village81$1,549$1,150
Green Meadows North74$1,545$1,062
Waterford74$1,545$1,062
Glenstone72$1,540$748
Providence Pointe67$1,545$1,062
Parkview66$1,545$1,062

Largest Available Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is found at 5Fifty5 in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 2,210 square feet priced from $2,898. Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,870 square feet and currently listed start at $1,753. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
5Fifty5C32,210 Sq Ft$2,898
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover1,870 Sq Ft$1,753
Picket Fence CommunityD11,565 Sq Ft$2,455
7th Street BrownstonesC11,559 Sq Ft$2,199
LevelC51,548 Sq Ft$2,557
Element at Valley WestD2 Classic1,525 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 23, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is the 3BD/2BA Model starting from $895 at McKinley Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Moines 3 Bedroom is the Villa Model at Yellowbanks starting at $975 in the Golf View Heights neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Des Moines is currently $1,527. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
McKinley Apartments3BD/2BA$895
YellowbanksVilla$975
The Meadows3 Bedroom$995
The Pointe on Fleur Apartments3 Bedroom Apartments-$1000 Rent Credit at Move ...$1,025
Fish CreekC1 - Classic$1,030
Briarwood Grand Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths$1,075
Bristol RidgeC3$1,095
New Haven Apartments3/1$1,100
Village Green3 Bedroom$1,100
2813 Cottage Grove Ave3 bed$1,100

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Des Moines Overview

It’s likely that you only really hear about Des Moines every four years when the presidential caucuses kick off in this city. But that’s only part of the great culture and history of Des Moines. It’s over 150 years old and in that time has grown to be a Midwestern hub of culture and commerce. If you’re in the insurance industry, Des Moines is the absolute best place to live as it is the home of several large insurance companies. Des Moines isn’t just for insurance people, though, it’s a city that keeps growing, and it’s even been attracting more and more young people. If you’re looking for apartments in Des Moines, this must be an exciting time in your life because Des Moines is a great (not to mention inexpensive) place to live.

Why live in Des Moines, IA?

Des Moines is a constantly underrated city. It’s not the most talked about city, but it sure has a lot going on! It’s the home of several professional minor league sports teams, including the Des Moines Buccaneers of the United States Hockey League. Des Moines is also a smart city. It has an impressive public school system and houses five colleges and universities. Iowa’s work force, including that of Des Moines, ranks as one of the best educated in the country due to its 80% high school graduation rate. Des Moines’ real claim to fame is its importance in the presidential election, many candidates set up campaign offices here due to its position as the site of the first caucuses.

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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 3 Bedroom Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Moines with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Des Moines is at McKinley Apartments listed at $895.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines is $1,527.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 2,210 square feet unit starting from $2,898 at 5Fifty5.

What is the average size for Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Des Moines is currently 1,206 sq ft.

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