Apartments for Rent with Specials in Des Moines, IA (83 Rentals)

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Cityville
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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1 Month Free Receive one month complimentary when you move in by 7/31/25. Plus, get an extra $500 off when you look & lease! 12-month lease
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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1 Month Free Enjoy one month free rent at Rowat Lofts and save up to $1620. Contact our office for more details and schedule a tour today to
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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418 East Grand
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1 Month Free Brand new, downtown Des Moines Apartments now leasing, what is better than starting off a lease with 1 month free rent!
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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Specials Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you apply by 7/31/25 and move in by 8/15/25. A 12+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Des Moines and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joseph Isenberg

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The Parker @ Seventh
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2 Months Free Big Savings Are Here — Up to 2 Months Rent-Free! Act fast! Specials vary by unit and availability.
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The Parker @ Seventh

615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Canary Lofts
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1 Month Free Summer savings are heating up at Canary Lofts! Move in anytime now through the end of August and receive one month FREE, plus a
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Canary Lofts

2530 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Harbach Lofts
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1 Month Free Receive 1 month free when you sign a 12 or 24 month lease! Must sign before 7/31/2025!
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Harbach Lofts

300 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Lyon
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1 Month Free Receive 1 month free on a 12 month lease! Must sign before 7/31/2025!
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The Lyon

660 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Franklin Court Apartments
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Discounts RENT Special : $300 rent credit on account if you apply, Move -In by End of July. Jennifer Franklin Court Apartments $500.00 Secur
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Franklin Court Apartments

4925 Franklin AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Ridges
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Specials Ridges is offering an exclusive special on our A1D floor plans. When you sign a 13 month lease by 7/15/2025, you'll receive waived
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The Ridges

7201 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Windsor Terrace Apartments
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1 Month Free Tour, Apply Be Approved & Sign A Lease and receive your FIRST MONTHS RENT FREE + receive a refunded application fee and $150 cr
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Windsor Terrace Apartments

3333 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Deco
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Specials STUDIO SPECIAL:$2000 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12 MONTH LEASE 1 AND 2 BEDROOM SPECIAL: $2500 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12 MONTH LEASE
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The Deco

1301 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Hampton Meadows
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Specials Hampton is offering an exclusive special on our B1D and B2D floor plans. When you sign a 13 month lease by 7/15/2025, you'll receiv
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The Hampton Meadows

6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Legacy Apartments
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Discounts Move In today and Receive a $500 RENT CREDIT with a 12 month lease! Certain restrictions apply and please call for more details! N
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Legacy Apartments

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Watrous Apartments
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1 Month Free Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign a 12+ month lease! Right now, when you move-in to one of our spacious apartments, you'll rec
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Watrous Apartments

1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Rumely Lofts
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Specials Income limits and full-time student restrictions apply to all Rumely Lofts apartment homes, please call for more information.
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Rumely Lofts

104 SW 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
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1 Month Free For a limited time, when you sign a 12-month lease, youll receive 1 month FREE rent plus waived Admin and App fee if you apply
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Pioneer Estates
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Specials Take advantage of our Spring Special with one bedrooms starting at $795+ Waived Application Fee!
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Pioneer Estates

1204 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)
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Specials Our homes, (yes, you have your own private yard, your own four walls, park next to your home--no common hallways, no big parking lo
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)

4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Element Urbandale
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Specials Tour Today, Save BigLook, Lease, and Love Where You Live! Plus get $550 off your application fee. See sales consultant for more det
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Element Urbandale

3650 Patricia DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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Bridlewood Apartments
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Specials Sign a lease and get: - 1st Month FREE - 2nd Month FREE – choose any month to save! Make your move smoother—and more affordable. Li
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Bridlewood Apartments

100-112 5th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Sterling Pointe
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Specials Hurry!!!! Limited Time Offer on Select units at Sterling II! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to save on your next hom
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Sterling Pointe

10509 Dorset DrJohnston, IA 50131
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments
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Discounts Pre-lease your new Studio home and receive $500 off your first month's rent! Hurry special ends soon as we only have a few studios
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

11428 Forest AveClive, IA 50325
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St. Andrews Apartments
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Specials All New Apartments with no Application or Admin fee! Check out our all new apartments. New wood floors, tile, fireplaces, cabinets,
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St. Andrews Apartments

3241 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Top Apartments in Des Moines, IA with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 07-08-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Des Moines, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Valley Acres Apartments

1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!Expires 07-08-2025

River Oaks Apartments

$500 Off First Month's Rent On 12 Month Lease Or 1 Month Free Rent On 18 Month Lease!Expires 07-08-2025

Goldbriar Chateau

1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!Expires 07-08-2025

AP Lofts

1 Month Free Rent On 15 Month Lease!Expires 07-08-2025

Park Winds

$830 Rent for Our 2 Bedroom Units! Limited to first 5 leases!Expires 07-08-2025

The Deco

STUDIO SPECIAL:$2000 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12 MONTH LEASE 1 AND 2 BEDROOM SPECIAL: $2500 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12 MONTH LEASEExpires 07-08-2025

The Des Moines Building

For a limited time, when you sign a 12-month lease, youll receive 1 month FREE rent plus waived Admin and App fee if you apply 48hrs after a tour! Terms and condition applyExpires 07-08-2025

Reagan House

1 month free rent on a 12 month lease!!!!Expires 07-08-2025

Jackson Crossing

ONE MONTH FREE WITH 12+ MONTH LEASE!Expires 07-08-2025

Watrous Apartments

Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign a 12+ month lease! Right now, when you move-in to one of our spacious apartments, you'll receive your first month of rent FREE! Act fast, this limited time offer won't last long. Reach out to our wonderful leasing team to learn more. *Terms and condition apply.Expires 07-08-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Des Moines, IA

Specials updated: 07-08-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Des Moines, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Franklin Court Apartments

RENT Special : $300 rent credit on account if you apply, Move -In by End of July. Jennifer Franklin Court Apartments $500.00 Security Deposit. NO ADMINISTRATION FEE! Pet Friendly! ASK ABOUT OUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!Expires 07-31-2025

Cityville

***Receive TWO MONTHS FREE on all units. *** Tour ANY UNITS and Receive TWO MONTHS FREE. Limited Time Offer. Visit Our Leasing Office for More Details. *** Must move in by 7/15/25***Expires 07-15-2025

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Our homes, (yes, you have your own private yard, your own four walls, park next to your home--no common hallways, no big parking lots, no bugs, smells of fires coming from the neighbor(s) whose wall you share. All this for $$$hundreds of dollars less than smaller apartments. We don't rely on rent specials that disappear to draw you in. We rely on rock bottom prices with on upscale properties. We are NOT subsidized by your children and grandchildren's taxes. No upper limit income restrictions.Expires 01-01-2027

The Pointe on Fleur

Apartments available for immediate move in! Apply today to save!Expires 07-15-2025

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - De...

Up to $1000.00 Rent Credit! Contact us for Details! Utility Guarantee Fee and Complimentary Internet!Expires 07-31-2025

418 East Grand

Brand new, downtown Des Moines Apartments now leasing, what is better than starting off a lease with 1 month free rent!Expires 03-31-2026

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Enjoy one month free rent at Rowat Lofts and save up to $1620. Contact our office for more details and schedule a tour today to take advantage of this special offer. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2025

Lofts on 34th - Leasing Special Available

$500 off the first month of rent -Limited Time Only!Expires 07-31-2025

Pioneer Estates

Take advantage of our Spring Special with one bedrooms starting at $795+ Waived Application Fee!Expires 07-31-2025

Park Ridge Apartments

***RENT SPECIAL: JULY RENT FREE! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS***Expires 07-31-2025

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Getting Around Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Des Moines, IA Area Reviews

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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 Rent Specials Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Des Moines is at Treehouse Apartments listed at $515.

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

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Des Moines is $1,171.

What is the largest Rent Specials Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 1,822 square feet unit starting from $731 at Westpointe Apartments.

What is the average size for Des Moines Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Des Moines is currently at 639 sq ft.

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