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Cityville on 9th
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$940 - $2,450Special Offer
Specials Summer savings are here—receive $750 off at move in on select homes for a limited time
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Cityville on 9th

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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$1,288 - $2,849Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 8 weeks rent free when you apply by 7/1/26 on leases 12+ months. Terms & Conditions 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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$995 - $1,595Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy 2 months free rent at Rowat Lofts when you sign a 20-month lease! Contact the office for more details and schedule a tou
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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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$980 - $1,590Special 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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Canary Lofts
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$795 - $1,750Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign a lease before August 1 and get the month of August FREE + a $200 grocery gift card! Contact our office for more informati
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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
Specials **Call for specials on Select Apartment Homes if you prelease for July***Discounts*** Call for additional details.***Limited Time O
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The Village at Grays Lake

2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Vue
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$1,312 - $1,888Special Offer
Specials Get ONE AND A HALF MONTHs of Free Rent when you lease your new home at Vue. Terms and conditions apply - see the leasing team for d
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Vue

922 8th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Soll
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$1,006 - $2,075Special Offer
Specials Receive a $1,500 rent credit on your new home at Soll when you sign a 13- or 18-month lease. Start the month off fresh with savings
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Soll

2301 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Maxwell
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$999 - $1,650Special Offer
Specials No Security Deposit and Hassle free move guarantee! If you apply within 24 hours of showing no security deposit! We also provide mo
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Edge @ Grays Landing
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$952 - $1,699Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you apply by July 15th! Terms & conditions apply. 12-month leases or longer.
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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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$799 - $1,980Special Offer
Discounts Receive 50% off your first four months if you apply by July 15! 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 Des Moines Building
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$730 - $1,220Special 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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Metro Lofts
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$945 - $1,095Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 month free when you apply by 7/15/26. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Weston Park Apartments
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$850 - $1,200Special Offer
Discounts Free 2nd month's rent for all prospective residents who apply and receive approval within 24 hours of their tour. $500 off the 2nd
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Weston Park Apartments

4200 Park AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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The Deco
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$995 - $2,894Special Offer
Specials 2 MONTHS FREE WITH 12+ MONTH LEASES+ 1 Parking Spot!
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The Deco

1301 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$1,295 - $1,750Special 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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$919 - $1,245Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you apply by 7/15. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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5Fifty5
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$1,969 - $3,442Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive ONE MONTH FREE on 13+ month lease. Schedule your tour today!  *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for detai
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ballyard Lofts
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$1,062 - $1,172Special Offer
Specials A Grand Slam of A Deal - Now Offering 1 Month Free For A Limited Time!
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Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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E300
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$1,475 - $1,495Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign A 13 Month Lease And Get Half Off First Month's Rent or Sign a 15 Month Lease And Get 1 Month Free Rent!
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E300

300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Drake
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$695 - $995Special Offer
Specials Move-In Specials: Take advantage of our newest move-in special and enjoy affordable living with predictable monthly utility costs.
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Legacy Meadows
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$675 - $775Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign a lease on a 2 bedroom and only pay a 1 bedroom rate!! Rates starting at $725 Specials are subject to change.
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Legacy Meadows

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Hamilton Apartments
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$800 - $1,200Special Offer
Specials Availability changes frequently. Please contact our leasing office for the most current apartment availability and details.
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Hamilton Apartments

2825 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Park Ridge Apartments
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$825 - $1,300
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$825 - $1,300
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Park Ridge Apartments

3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Union at Rivers Edge
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Contact Us For PricingSpecial Offer
Specials Celebrate Summer in your new home with $99 Security Deposit & Waived Prorated Rent + 4th Full Month Rent FREE when you apply, get a
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Union at Rivers Edge

1600 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: 07-09-2026

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!

Randolph Apartments

Receive 50% off your first four months if you apply by July 15! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease to qualify.Expires 07-10-2026

Jackson Crossing

ONE MONTH FREE WITH 12+ MONTH LEASE!Expires 07-10-2026

Wilkins Bldg

1 Month Free on a 13 Month LeaseExpires 07-10-2026

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Contact our leasing office for more details!Expires 07-10-2026

Soll

Receive a $1,500 rent credit on your new home at Soll when you sign a 13- or 18-month lease. Start the month off fresh with savings at your new apartment today! *Must move-in by July 25th. Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 07-10-2026

The Village at Grays Lake

**Call for specials on Select Apartment Homes if you prelease for July***Discounts*** Call for additional details.***Limited Time Offer***Expires 07-10-2026

City Square Lofts

For a limited time, receive 1 Month Free on select homesExpires 07-10-2026

5Fifty5

Receive ONE MONTH FREE on 13+ month lease. Schedule your tour today!  *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 07-10-2026

The Edge @ Grays Landing

Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you apply by July 15th! Terms & conditions apply. 12-month leases or longer.Expires 07-10-2026

High Street Lofts

*West Building Only* 1 Month Free on a 13 Month LeaseExpires 07-10-2026

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

Specials updated: 07-09-2026

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.

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

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

Weston Park Apartments

Free 2nd month's rent for all prospective residents who apply and receive approval within 24 hours of their tour. $500 off the 2nd month's rent for all other approved applicants. $250 resident referral bonus for any current resident who refers aExpires 08-31-2026

Canary Lofts

Sign a lease before August 1 and get the month of August FREE + a $200 grocery gift card! Contact our office for more information and schedule a tour today to take advantage of this special offer. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2026

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Enjoy 2 months free rent at Rowat Lofts when you sign a 20-month lease! Contact the office for more details and schedule a tour today to take advantage of this special offer. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2026

The Des Moines Building

Experience urban living in the heart of Iowa’s capital at The Des Moines Building. Located steps from dining, entertainment, cultural attractions, and everyday conveniences, this community combines modern design with downtown accessibility to support your lifestyle.Expires 12-31-2026

The Ridges

Special: $99 Security Deposit + $200 Off the First Three Months of Rent ($200 off each month for the first three months)Expires 07-31-2026

The Hampton Meadows

Right now, we are offering $200 off the first 3 months or rent and $99 Deposits! Call today!!Expires 07-31-2026

Hamilton Apartments

Availability changes frequently. Please contact our leasing office for the most current apartment availability and details.Expires 08-31-2026

Hampton House Apartments

1 month Free for 15 months lease on select apartment homes, call for details. We have High speed Fiber Internet service (1GB speed with unlimited data) for $55/monthExpires 07-31-2026

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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 Highland Park Apartments listed at $575.

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The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Des Moines is $1,263.

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 $1,195 at LINC at Gray's Station.

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The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Des Moines is currently at 631 sq ft.

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