
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,500 (86 Rentals) Page 2 of 2


Cambridge Court

Fountains Apartments

Johnston Gardens Apartments

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Yellowbanks

The Ave at Johnston Commons

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Hamlet Apartments

Silver Oak Condos

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Country Club Village Apartments
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Golfview Condos

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Yellowbanks

Cedarbrooke Place

White Oak Apartments

High Pointe

Canterbury Park

Fish Creek

Centennial Place Apartments

Woodland West NMC

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Westpointe Apartments
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Normandy Terrace Apartments

Chapel Ridge

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Briarwood Grand Apartments

Prairie Pointe Student Living

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Kadin Trail

Riverwood

Altoona Park Apartments

Autumn Ridge

Peppertree Apartments

Westridge Apartments

Meadow Vista by Kading

Sunrise Valley

Cross Creek

Oakland Pointe

Oakwood Place

Campus View Student Housing
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 | $919 | $480 | $1,791 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $480 | $3,121 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $685 | $3,136 |
| 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 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 $1,754.
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 2,170 square feet unit starting from $2,395 at Callaway at Holland Pointe.
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 1,225 sq ft.
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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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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.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
