Apartments for Rent with Specials in Des Moines, IA (121 Rentals)

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Cityville
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$950 - $2,810Special Offer
3 Months Free Tour Any of our Homes & Receive up to THREE Months Free! Contact the Leasing Office for more details!
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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$1,335 - $2,638Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive one month free when you move in by 10/31/25. Plus, get an extra $500 off when you look & lease! 12-month lease required
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$810 - $1,495Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1 Month Free Rent on 12–17 month leases OR 2 Months Free Rent on 18+ month leases! Don’t miss your chance to lock in big
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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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$760 - $1,410Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign your lease at 418 East Grand within 24 hours and receive 6 months FREE parking. Additionally 1 month free rent is happenin
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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$1,299 - $3,236Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Offer: 4 MONTHS FREE! When you lease one of our spacious 2- or 3- bedroom homes at LINC at Gray's Station, youll recei
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LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
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$900 - $1,650Special Offer
Specials No Damage Deposit and Hassle free move Guarantee! If you apply within 24 hours of showing now Damage Deposit! We also provide movin
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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R&T Lofts
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$899 - $1,800Special Offer
Specials Ask us how to get up to two (2) months FREE!
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R&T Lofts

717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Clemens Building
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$1,189 - $2,642Special Offer
1 Month Free Right now, when you sign a 12+ month lease you'll receive ONE MONTH FREE!  *Terms and conditions. See leasing office for detail
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Clemens Building

200 10th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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$830 - $1,883Special Offer
Specials Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you apply by 10/31. A 12+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Pointe on Fleur
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$725 - $795Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive your first full month free on select 1 Bedroom Apartments! Currently there is a waitlist on 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartment h
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The Pointe on Fleur

2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments
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$925 - $1,250Special Offer
Discounts ***Up to $500.00 Rent Credit-Prelease an Apartment for October Move In! Contact us for Details! ***Utility Guarantee Fee and Compl
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The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments

2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Soll
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$931 - $2,086Special Offer
Discounts Fall in love with your new home at Soll! Move-in by October 15th and enjoy $2,000 RENT CREDIT when you sign a 12+month lease! This
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Soll

2301 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Nexus at Gray's Landing
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$945 - $1,770Special Offer
Specials Lease a 2-bedroom for 14 months and enjoy up to 2 months free! Dont wait - this offer wont last.
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Nexus at Gray's Landing

415 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
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$972 - $2,793Special Offer
Specials Fall in love with your new home at Velocity! Move-in by October 15th and enjoy $2000 RENT CREDIT when you sign a 12+month lease! Th
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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$815 - $1,025Special Offer
1 Month Free ? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-ti
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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3000 Grand Apartments
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$975 - $1,590Special Offer
Discounts $500 Off Your First Full Month’s Rent This October, make your move to 3000 Grand and enjoy $500 off your first full month’s rent w
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3000 Grand Apartments

3000 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Des Moines Building
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$785 - $1,340Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign a new lease and enjoy 2 MONTHS FREE with an 18-month lease, or ONE MONTH FREE with a 12-month lease on select homes. *Spec
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Canary Lofts
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$695Special Offer
1 Month Free Limited Time Offer: ONE MONTH FREE! Move-in by October 31st and receive 1 month free. Dont miss out, this offer is designed to
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Canary Lofts

2530 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Level
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$1,370 - $4,412Special Offer
2 Months Free Take advantage of our limited-time fall pricing, plus, receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you rent one of our eligible apartments wi
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Level

220 Maple StDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$1,150 - $1,950Special Offer
Specials 12 MONTHS FREE PARKING CREDIT ($1,400 VALUE) ON SELECT UNITS (527, 524, 520 516, 513, 507, 413)
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219 E Grand

219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Eagle View Lofts
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$795 - $1,767Special Offer
Specials Right now we're offering special fall pricing at Eagle View Lofts - lock in $795/month when you sign a 9-month lease this fall! Don
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Eagle View Lofts

708-712 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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3614 6th Ave
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$1,395Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 month free when signing a 13 month lease on Unit #1
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3614 6th Ave

3614 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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5Fifty5
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$2,329 - $3,413Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you rent a townhome at 5Fifty5! Don't miss out on this incredible special, it won't last long!  *
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Prairie Winds Apartments
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$945 - $975Special Offer
Discounts Limited-Time Offer! Move in on or before October 31st and enjoy $100 off your rent each month for the first 12 months. This amazin
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Prairie Winds Apartments

2207 E Park AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Fort Des Moines
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$850 - $975Special Offer
1 Month Free Apply within 48 hours of touring and move in by October 31st to receive 1 month free! Terms and conditions apply.
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Fort Des Moines

6924 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Windsor Terrace Apartments
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$725 - $1,175Special Offer
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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Park Winds
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$1,080Special Offer
Specials HURRY 2-Bedroom Special: Just $830! Move into a spacious 2-bedroom for only $830 per month. This limited-time reduced rent wont las
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Park Winds

3600 Kennedy DrDes Moines, IA 50317
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Legacy Apartments
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$715 - $850Special Offer
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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Park Indy Rowhomes!
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$1,125 - $1,600Special Offer
Specials Enjoy ½ off your first month's rent when you sign a 12- or 15-month lease at Park Indy Rowhomes!
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Park Indy Rowhomes!

3140 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Flats on 5th
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$825 - $1,050Special Offer
Specials Free TV to any household that moves into a new Apartment Home by 10/31/2025. Call Today for details!
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Flats on 5th

7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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7th Street Brownstones
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$2,199 - $2,829Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you rent a townhome today! Dont miss out on this incredible special, it wont last long! *Must sign
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7th Street Brownstones

301-331 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Melbourne
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$925 - $1,400Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE! Now is the perfect time to make your move to Melbourne Apartments! For a limited time, were offering one
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Melbourne

5515 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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14Forty
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$915 - $1,425Special Offer
Discounts Receive a $50 rent credit per month if you sign a 12-month lease that begins no later than 10/31/25! (I.e. If the market rate rent
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14Forty

1440 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Hampton House Apartments
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$699 - $1,299Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 month Free for 15 months lease on select apartment homes, call for details. We have High speed Fiber Internet service (1GB sp
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Hampton House Apartments

4200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Riverpoint Lofts
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$875 - $1,179Special Offer
1 Month Free Fall Special at Riverpoint Lofts! Right now, enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign a 12-month lease. Offer valid on select apartme
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Woodside Park Apartments
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$865 - $885Special Offer
Specials ***LOOK & LEASE RENT SPECIAL: APPLY IN 48 HOURS OF YOUR SHOWING & GET A $500 RENT CREDIT! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS***
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Woodside Park Apartments

3301 SE 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Crossroad Apartments
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$999Special Offer
Specials Receive half off your first full month's rent on #13, #15, or #17! Call for details and restrictions!
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Crossroad Apartments

3720 57th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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

Specials updated: 10-08-2025

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!

Randolph Apartments

Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you apply by 10/31. A 12+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.Expires 10-08-2025

Jackson Crossing

ONE MONTH FREE WITH 12+ MONTH LEASE!Expires 10-08-2025

Wilkins Bldg

1 Month Free Rent On 12 Month Lease!Expires 10-08-2025

Velocity

Fall in love with your new home at Velocity! Move-in by October 15th and enjoy $2000 RENT CREDIT when you sign a 12+month lease! This limited-time offer is the perfect opportunity to save big on your new home. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-08-2025

7th Street Brownstones

Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you rent a townhome today! Dont miss out on this incredible special, it wont last long! *Must sign a 13+ month lease. Terms and conditions apply. Call the leasing team today to learn more!Expires 10-08-2025

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Lease a 2-bedroom for 14 months and enjoy up to 2 months free! Dont wait - this offer wont last.Expires 10-08-2025

Soll

Move-in by October 15th and enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign a 12+month lease! This limited-time offer is the perfect opportunity to save big on your new home. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-08-2025

The Scott at East Village

Enjoy up to six weeks free. Restrictions apply. Talk to a leasing agent for details. The Right Price Promise is simple. The price we show is the rent you pay. You’ll be amazed by all the perks included in your rent. Each month, you’ll pay your rent and utilities. Anything more is optional.Expires 10-08-2025

Melbourne

Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE! Now is the perfect time to make your move to Melbourne Apartments! For a limited time, were offering one full month free when you sign a 12-month leasebut dont wait, this special is only available while apartments last. With this incredible savings, apartments are going fast, and availability wont last long. Act quickly to take advantage of this rare opportunity and claim your new home before its gone! *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-08-2025

219 E Grand

12 MONTHS FREE PARKING CREDIT ($1,400 VALUE) ON SELECT UNITS (527, 524, 520 516, 513, 507, 413)Expires 10-08-2025

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

Specials updated: 10-08-2025

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.

Woodside Park Apartments

***LOOK & LEASE RENT SPECIAL: APPLY IN 48 HOURS OF YOUR SHOWING & GET A $500 RENT CREDIT! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS***Expires 11-30-2025

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 Village at Gray's Lake Apartments

***Up to $500.00 Rent Credit-Prelease an Apartment for October Move In! Contact us for Details! ***Utility Guarantee Fee and Complimentary Internet!Expires 10-31-2025

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Enjoy 1 Month Free Rent on 12–17 month leases OR 2 Months Free Rent on 18+ month leases! Don’t miss your chance to lock in big savings. 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

The Grove at Hickman

*Call now to lock in our $500 special, discounted rates, no application fee and our $99 deposit!Expires 10-31-2025

3614 6th Ave

Receive 1 month free when signing a 13 month lease on Unit #1Expires 10-15-2025

418 East Grand

Sign your lease at 418 East Grand within 24 hours and receive 6 months FREE parking. Additionally 1 month free rent is happening at 418 E Grand as well! Contact our office for more details. ? Schedule your tour now and make it yours!Expires 03-31-2026

The Fleming Building

? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer — experience modern living in the heart of downtown while enjoying unbeatable savings. ?? Fleming Building ?? Call today to schedule a tour!Expires 02-28-2026

10th Street Lofts

The 10th St. Lofts is offering discounted rents & other leasing specials on Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units that are available! Approved applications with a move-in date during the month of September, October and November will qualify - 6 month lease term minimum.Expires 11-30-2025

Park Ridge Apartments

***LOOK & LEASE RENT SPECIAL: APPLY IN 48 HOURS OF YOUR SHOWING & GET A $500 RENT CREDIT! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS***Expires 11-30-2025

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Des Moines, IA
Population: 216,853

Ranked #101

in US Census Population by City

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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 3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 7 listed at $560.

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 $1,247.

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 2,585 square feet unit starting from $1,299 at LINC at Gray's Station.

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 671 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.