Furnished Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (37 Rentals)

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1120 E 6th St, Unit 2
$1,600
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1120 E 6th St, Unit 2

1120 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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property at 2530 University Ave

$1,976 - $1,984

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$1,984
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2530 University Ave

Des MoinesIA50311

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property at 1161 26th St

$1,976

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$1,976
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$1,976

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Available Jun 12

1161 26th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1400 E Walnut St

$2,324 - $2,440

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$2,440
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$2,440

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Available Jun 29

1400 E Walnut St

Des MoinesIA50316
property at 2304 Ingersoll Ave

$1,896

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$1,896
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$1,896

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Available Jun 12

2304 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 550 24th St

$1,992

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$1,992
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$1,992

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 29

550 24th St

Des MoinesIA50312

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Winwood Apartments
$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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property at 1261 8th St

$2,040

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$2,040
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$2,040

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 15

1261 8th St

West Des MoinesIA50265
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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 Furnished Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Furnished apartment in Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Furnished Apartment in Des Moines is at Hampton House Apartments listed at $700.

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

The average rent for a Furnished Apartment in Des Moines is $1,302.

What is the largest Furnished Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Furnished apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 1,490 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Mezzo on Walnut.

What is the average size for Des Moines Furnished Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Furnished rental in Des Moines is currently at 603 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.

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