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Tempo East Village

317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Des Moines Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 27, 2026

There are currently 1976 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Des Moines, IA that range in price from $480 to $1,976. King-irving Park, Carpenter and Cheatom Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Des Moines with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
King-irving Park76$887$480
Carpenter74$875$480
Cheatom Park73$900$480
Drake Park72$887$480
Ingleside70$850$480
Mondamin Presidential70$850$480
Kirkwood Glen68$845$480
Haines Park Owls Head Estates67$875$480
Outer West Des Moines Urbandale66$875$595
Greenwood63$887$595

Largest Available Des Moines Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is found at R&T Lofts in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 716 square feet priced from $1,000. The Meridian has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 706 square feet and currently listed start at $1,547. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
R&T LoftsColumnist716 Sq Ft$1,000
The MeridianMerlot706 Sq Ft$1,547
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BA664 Sq Ft$925
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments80-1st650 Sq Ft$899
District at 6th ApartmentsMiller582 Sq Ft$1,033
Confluence on 3rd ApartmentsEmber576 Sq Ft$1,360
Sterling of Prairie TrailSardinia575 Sq Ft$1,080
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$803
Plaza 50 ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$950
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BA550 Sq Ft$650

Cheapest Available Des Moines Studio Apartments

As of June 27, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is the Studio Model starting from $600 at Village Green in the Drake Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Moines Studio is the Studio Model at The Concord Building starting at $630 in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Des Moines is currently $933. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Village GreenStudio$600
The Concord BuildingStudio$630
The AcaciaStudio - Classic$647
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA$650
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BA$650
Grand Colony0 Bed 1 Bath$665
Legacy MeadowsS1 Partial Reno$675
Arlington HallettStudio East$695
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA$699
Hampton House ApartmentsStudio$700

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Des Moines Overview

It’s likely that you only really hear about Des Moines every four years when the presidential caucuses kick off in this city. But that’s only part of the great culture and history of Des Moines. It’s over 150 years old and in that time has grown to be a Midwestern hub of culture and commerce. If you’re in the insurance industry, Des Moines is the absolute best place to live as it is the home of several large insurance companies. Des Moines isn’t just for insurance people, though, it’s a city that keeps growing, and it’s even been attracting more and more young people. If you’re looking for apartments in Des Moines, this must be an exciting time in your life because Des Moines is a great (not to mention inexpensive) place to live.

Why live in Des Moines, IA?

Des Moines is a constantly underrated city. It’s not the most talked about city, but it sure has a lot going on! It’s the home of several professional minor league sports teams, including the Des Moines Buccaneers of the United States Hockey League. Des Moines is also a smart city. It has an impressive public school system and houses five colleges and universities. Iowa’s work force, including that of Des Moines, ranks as one of the best educated in the country due to its 80% high school graduation rate. Des Moines’ real claim to fame is its importance in the presidential election, many candidates set up campaign offices here due to its position as the site of the first caucuses.

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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 Studio Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Moines with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Des Moines is at Village Green listed at $600.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Des Moines is $933.

What is the largest available Studio Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 716 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at R&T Lofts.

What is the average size for Des Moines Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Des Moines is currently 458 sq ft.

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