Apartments for Rent with Specials in Des Moines, IA (122 Rentals)

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Cityville on 9th
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$940 - $2,225Special Offer
Specials August Advantage: Tour Today, Apply Within 24 Hours, and receive a $750 move in credit
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Cityville on 9th

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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$1,239 - $2,523Special Offer
Discounts Apply by 9/15 to receive up to $3500 rent credit. Receive an additional $1000 credit when you move in by 9/1. 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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$935 - $1,585Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy 2 months free rent when you sign a 20-month lease, or get a $750 credit for 9 or 10-month leases at Rowat Lofts. Schedul
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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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$945 - $1,510Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy one month free rent at 418 East Grand! Call our office for more information and schedule a tour today to take advantage o
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Parker
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$835 - $1,180Special Offer
Specials August Advantage:. 2 MONTHS FREE! Contact Leasing Office Today!
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The Parker

615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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$1,400 - $1,754Special Offer
Specials Receive $1,500 off when you apply by 9/15/26 with a 12-month lease. Plus, ask how to get an extra $500 off! Terms & conditions appl
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vue
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$1,284 - $1,821Special Offer
Specials The longer you stay, the more you save! Receive TWO MONTHS FREE with a 22-month lease, ONE MONTH FREE with an 18-month lease, or $5
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Vue

922 8th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Soll
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$989 - $2,159Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy summer savings at Soll, right now, receive TWO MONTHS FREE. Must move-in by August 31st on any 17+ month lease.   *Terms
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Soll

2301 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Velocity
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$1,096 - $2,886Special Offer
Specials Enjoy summer savings at Velocity, right now, receive TWO MONTHS FREE! Must move-in by August 31st on any 17+ month lease.   *Terms
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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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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R&T Lofts
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$930 - $1,625Special Offer
Specials Summer Special at R&T Lofts - Apply now and move-in by August 15th to receive up to TWO MONTHS FREE! Call our leasing office today
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R&T Lofts

717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Equitable Building
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$1,240 - $2,466Special Offer
Specials Get one month free on any Manhattan unit + waived application and admin fees on any unit!
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The Equitable Building

604 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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$784 - $1,980Special Offer
Discounts Receive $2,000 off if you apply by September 15! T&C apply. Sign a 12+ month lease to qualify. Ask about our additional look & lea
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Lyon
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$997 - $1,295Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign a 12-month lease by 9/01/2026 to take advantage of this limited-time offer.
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The Lyon

660 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
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$825 - $1,045Special 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
Discounts $1500 off your 1st month when you apply by 9/15/26. Receive an additional $1000 if you move in by 9/1. Subject to change; terms &
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Weston Park Apartments
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$900 - $1,100Special 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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Canary Lofts
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$695 - $1,395Special 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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Vine Street Lofts
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$942 - $1,212Special Offer
Discounts $1,500 off one bedrooms, $2,000 off two bedrooms if you apply by 9/15. An additional $1,000 off if you move-in by 9/1. Terms & con
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Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$1,365 - $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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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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5Fifty5
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$2,301 - $3,338Special Offer
1 Month Free Step into elevated living and unlock incredible savings. For a limited time, enjoy ONE MONTH FREE on any 12+ month lease, or TW
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ballyard Lofts
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$893 - $1,193Special 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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$925 - $1,145Special 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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Court Ave Lofts
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$995 - $1,297Special Offer
Specials Sign a 12-month lease by 9/01/2026 to take advantage of this limited-time offer.
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Court Ave Lofts

308 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Legacy Meadows
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$650 - $875Special Offer
Specials 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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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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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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

Specials updated: 08-23-2026

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

Stockbridge Apartments

Contact Leasing office for details!Expires August 31, 2026

East Village Square

Contact leasing office today for details!Expires August 31, 2026

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

Apply Now- One Month RENT FREE with a 13-month lease!!!Expires August 31, 2026

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

Soak Up Summer Savings! Ask us how to get ONE MONTH FREEExpires August 31, 2026

Hamilton Apartments

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

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Back to school special - Studio starting at $600, 1BR at $650 & 2BR at $800 with a lease signed by 8/31/2026Expires August 31, 2026

Civic Center Court Apartments

UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE ON SELECT UNITS - CALL OR STOP BY FOR DETAILSExpires August 31, 2026

E300

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!Expires August 23, 2026

Cityville on 9th

August Advantage: Tour Today, Apply Within 24 Hours, and receive a $750 move in creditExpires August 23, 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 August 31, 2026

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

Specials updated: 08-23-2026

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.

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Back to school special - Studio starting at $600, 1BR at $650 & 2BR at $800 with a lease signed by 8/31/2026

Water Trail Row

First Month's free rent with a 13-month lease signing!

Maverick Apartments

Sign a 12 month lease and get the 2nd month on us. Please mention special at time of lease signing.

Stockbridge Apartments

Contact Leasing office for details!

East Village Square

Contact leasing office today for details!

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

Your new view starts here! Move into Eagle View and Receive 1 Month Rent Free!

Metro Lofts

$1500 off your 1st month when you apply by 9/15/26. Receive an additional $1000 if you move in by 9/1. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.

Union at Rivers Edge

Make your move this month with $99 Security Deposit, Waived Application Fee, & Waived First Months Prorated Rent when you apply, get approved, and move in by August 31, 2026! *Offer valid for new residents only. Contact our leasing office today for full details and current availability. USE CODE: WAIVEFEE for Waived Application Fee Find your home at Union at Rivers Edge!

E300

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!

The Equitable Building

Get one month free on any Manhattan unit + waived application and admin fees on any unit!

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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 Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.

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 $1,269.

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 $1,243 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 621 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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.