Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA with Smoke Free Options (177 Rentals)

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418 East Grand
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$810 - $1,250
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$805 - $1,245
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$810 - $1,250
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Matilda 235 Townhomes
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$2,200 - $2,893
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$2,167 - $2,860
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$33
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$2,200 - $2,893
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Matilda 235 Townhomes

1201 Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Canary Lofts
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$890 - $1,775
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$885 - $1,770
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$5
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$890 - $1,775
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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 - $1,049
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$794 - $944
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$105
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$899 - $1,049
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The Village at Grays Lake

2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Velocity
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$999 - $2,845
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$904 - $2,750
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$95
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$999 - $2,845
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
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$900 - $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability

Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Tempo East Village
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$1,050 - $1,655
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$995 - $1,600
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$55
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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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Carman Estates
$1,170
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$1,170
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Carman Estates

2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Finn Apartments
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$970 - $1,045
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$965 - $1,040
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Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Ballyard Lofts
$1,133
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$1,108
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$25
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$1,133
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Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Drake
Rent Specials
$825 - $1,335
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$760 - $1,270
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$65
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$825 - $1,335
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Village
$900 - $975
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$815 - $890
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$85
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$900 - $975
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University Village

2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Forest Avenue Village
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$867 - $1,584
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$802 - $1,519
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$65
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$867 - $1,584
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 16

Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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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 Des Moines Apartments with Smoke Free Options

What is the Cheapest Smoke Free Options apartment in Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Apartment in Des Moines with Smoke Free Options is at 3721 Cottage Grove Ave listed at $380.

How much is the average rent for Des Moines Apartments with Smoke Free Options?

The average rent for a Apartment in Des Moines with Smoke Free Options is $1,224.

What is the largest Des Moines Apartment for rent with Smoke Free Options?

Today's Apartment with Smoke Free Options and 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 Apartments for rent with Smoke Free Options?

The average size for a rental with Smoke Free Options in Des Moines is currently at 729 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.