
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA with Swimming Pool (42 Rentals)


3000 Grand Apartments

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LINC at Gray's Station

Nexus at Gray's Landing

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

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Rosemont Place

Ingersoll Towers

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Somerset
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Ewing Trace

Sterling Pointe Apartments

Residences at 62W

Picket Fence Community

Element at Valley West

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Cambridge Court Apartments

Colonial Village
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Fountains Apartments

ReNew Jordan Creek

Providence Pointe

Forge65

The Ave at Johnston Commons

Blue Ridge Commons

Ironwood

Mansions at Hemingway
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Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes

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Hamlet Apartments

Golfview Condos

The Emory - Altoona

Legacy Landing Apartments

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Cadence

Bristol Ridge

Canterbury Park
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High Pointe

Westpointe Apartments

Ashworth Pointe Townhomes

Country Club Village Apartments

Prairie Trails

Normandy Terrace Apartments

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Woodland West NMC

Tradition Pointe
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Callaway

807 28th St
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 | $947 | $500 | $2,714 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $597 | $4,539 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $651 | $3,517 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $685 | $4,100 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,712 | $655 | $10,000+ |
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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 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 $1,576.
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 $2,387 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 1,224 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.

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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.
