Apartments for Rent with Specials in Des Moines, IA (126 Rentals)

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Cityville
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$940 - $1,740Special Offer
Discounts Tour today and Spring Into Savings!! Tour today and apply within 24 hours to receive $250 off your first month's rent. Plus, enjoy
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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418 East Grand
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$810 - $1,250Special Offer
Specials Experience modern living in the heart of downtown Des Moines. 418 East Grand offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bed
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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$1,361 - $2,317Special Offer
3 Months Free Receive 3 months free when you apply by 4/30/26 and move in by 5/30/26. 12-month lease required. T&C apply.
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$945 - $1,595Special Offer
Specials Rowat Lofts offers spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes, high ceilings, and thoughtful layouts in
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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$1,145 - $3,127Special Offer
2 Months Free Brand-new apartments at LINC: Enjoy up to TWO MONTHS FREE when you sign an 18-month leaseavailable exclusively on our new cons
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LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Deco
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$1,040 - $2,894Special Offer
Specials $2500 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12+ MONTH LEASES!
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The Deco

1301 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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High Street Lofts
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$1,145 - $1,395Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1 month of rent free when you sign a 13-month lease or longer! Plus, a free countertop appliance when you sign an 18-mont
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High Street Lofts

1601 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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$1,402 - $1,706Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 month free, plus the next 3 months, pay only half rent when you apply and move in by 5/1/26 with a 12-month lease or longer.
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Canary Lofts
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$890 - $1,715Special Offer
Specials Discover contemporary apartment living near Drake University. Canary Lofts offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedro
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Canary Lofts

2530 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Village at Grays Lake
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$899 - $1,250Special Offer
Discounts $1200 Rent credit-Restrictions Apply-Limited Availability-Call for Details***Utility Guarantee Fee to budget better. with 13-14 Mo
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The Village at Grays Lake

2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Vue
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$1,313 - $2,036Special Offer
Specials Receive ONE month FREE on any apartment home at Vue! Terms and conditions apply.
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Vue

922 8th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
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$999 - $2,854Special Offer
Specials Spring into your new apartment at Velocity and receive a $250 rent credit when you move in by April 15th. Must sign a 13+ month lea
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
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$999 - $1,795Special 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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Confluence on 3rd Apartments
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$1,052 - $2,639Special Offer
1 Month Free Claim up to 6 weeks free rent PLUS receive a $500 gift card! *Restrictions apply. Contact our leasing office for more informati
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 SW 3rd StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Clemens Building
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$995 - $1,750Special 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 details
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Clemens Building

200 10th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Edge @ Grays Landing
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$966 - $1,294Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you move in by May 15th! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease and move in by 5/15/26 to
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The Edge @ Grays Landing

406 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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$775 - $1,980Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you move in by 5/31/26! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease to qualify.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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$815 - $1,295Special Offer
Discounts MARCH SPECIAL at The Fleming Building! Spring into your new home with an unbeatable deal! $200 OFF your first 3 months of rent Onl
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
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$705 - $1,250Special Offer
Specials Experience urban living in the heart of Iowa’s capital at The Des Moines Building. Located steps from dining, entertainment, cultur
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Tempo East Village
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$1,050 - $1,655
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Tempo East Village

317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$1,195 - $1,785Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease For Studio & 2 Bedroom Units!
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219 E Grand

219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vine Street Lofts
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$1,005 - $1,241Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE plus 1 month FREE PARKING when you move in by 4/30. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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$727 - $2,666Special Offer
Specials Spring into savings this season with ONE MONTH FREE! Terms and conditions apply - see the leasing team for details
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Fort Des Moines
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$850 - $1,000Special Offer
Specials Receive 1/2 MONTH FREE off your first month's rent when you move in by April 30th. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Fort Des Moines

6924 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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AP Lofts
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$1,399 - $1,445Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent On 15 Month Lease!
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AP Lofts

340 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Finn Apartments
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$970 - $1,045Special Offer
Discounts Look & Lease: Apply within 48 hours of your tour for $1,000 OFF + LOWER Rents!
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Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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E300
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$945 - $1,155Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent On 15 Month Lease!
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E300

300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Metro Lofts
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$975 - $1,150Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 month of free rent PLUS 1 month of free parking if you move in by 4/30. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Prairie Winds Apartments
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$930Special Offer
Specials Apply and receive compliance approval within 5 days of your initial application to earn a $250 gift card upon move-in. Limited-time
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Prairie Winds Apartments

2207 E Park AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Legacy Meadows
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$760 - $925Special Offer
Specials Sign a 12 month lease and receive up to a $1,025 rent credit for a limited time. Specials are subject to change.
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Legacy Meadows

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Court Ave Lofts
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$847 - $1,150Special Offer
1 Month Free One month free when you sign a 12 month lease! Must sign by 4/15/2026!
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Court Ave Lofts

308 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Drake
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$825 - $1,335Special Offer
Specials Enjoy lower rent and predictable utility costs with our newest move-in special. 1-bedroom homes for $695 with $65 flat utilities 2-
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Park Indy Rowhomes!
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$1,095 - $1,600Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 Month Free when you rent a 1 bedroom or receive 1/2 off your first month rent + a $1000 gift card when you rent a 2 b
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Park Indy Rowhomes!

3140 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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

Specials updated: 04-09-2026

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!

14Forty

No application fee when you apply for one of our apartments!Expires 04-09-2026

Jackson Crossing

ONE MONTH FREE WITH 12+ MONTH LEASE!Expires 04-09-2026

Wilkins Bldg

1 Month Free on a 13 Month LeaseExpires 04-09-2026

Velocity

Spring into your new apartment at Velocity and receive a $250 rent credit when you move in by April 15th. Must sign a 13+ month lease. Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 04-09-2026

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Move into any of our 2 or 3 bedrooms by 5/1 and receive ONE MONTH FREE!Expires 04-09-2026

Matilda 235 Townhomes

Receive One Month Free when you sign a 12+ month lease. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 04-09-2026

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

1 month free, plus the next 3 months, pay only half rent when you apply and move in by 5/1/26 with a 12-month lease or longer. T&C apply.Expires 04-09-2026

High Street Lofts

Enjoy 1 month of rent free when you sign a 13-month lease or longer! Plus, a free countertop appliance when you sign an 18-month lease.Expires 04-09-2026

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

One month free on select apartmentsExpires 04-09-2026

The Meridian

Receive 3 months free when you apply by 4/30/26 and move in by 5/30/26. 12-month lease required. T&C apply.Expires 04-09-2026

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

Specials updated: 04-09-2026

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.

Village on Grand

Call today and ask about our current move-in specials.Expires 05-31-2026

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 upscale properties. We are NOT subsidized by your children and grandchildren's taxes. No upper limit income restrictions. Grand Homes prefers that interested parties make both email and voicemail contacts.Expires 01-01-2027

3612 Ingersoll Ave

1 month freeExpires 04-30-2026

The Grove at Hickman

*Call now to lock in our $500 special, discounted rates, no application fee and our $199 deposit!Expires 04-30-2026

418 East Grand

Experience modern living in the heart of downtown Des Moines. 418 East Grand offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with efficient layouts, airy finishes, and smart storage—perfect for a connected urban lifestyle.Expires 12-31-2026

Fort Des Moines

Receive 1/2 MONTH FREE off your first month's rent when you move in by April 30th. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 04-30-2026

Clemens Building

Right now, when you sign a 12+ month lease you'll receive ONE MONTH FREE! *Terms and conditions. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-01-2026

Finn Apartments

Look & Lease: Apply within 48 hours of your tour for $1,000 OFF + LOWER Rents!Expires 04-30-2026

Canary Lofts

Discover contemporary apartment living near Drake University. Canary Lofts offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments featuring modern finishes and functional layouts-ideal for students, professionals, and anyone seeking a connected urban lifestyle.Expires 12-31-2026

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Rowat Lofts offers spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes, high ceilings, and thoughtful layouts in the heart of Des Moines’ energetic East Village. Enjoy perks like on-site parking, a fitness center, theater room, and community courtyard—just steps from shopping, dining, and entertainment.Expires 12-31-2026

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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 listed at $380.

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 $1,226.

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 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,173 at The Equitable Building.

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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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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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