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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 29, 2025

There are currently 2591 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Des Moines, IA that range in price from $599 to $1,763. King-irving Park, Cheatom Park and Carpenter 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 Park92$1,005$600
Cheatom Park90$1,005$600
Carpenter81$999$600
Drake Park80$999$600
Capitol Park75$1,005$600
Haines Park Owls Head Estates75$900$600
McKinley School Columbus Park75$1,005$600
East Village74$1,005$600
Downtown Farmers Market73$1,005$680
Ingleside70$999$600

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 834 square feet priced from $975. The Meridian has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 706 square feet and currently listed start at $1,592. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
R&T LoftsCopy834 Sq Ft$975
The MeridianMerlot706 Sq Ft$1,592
District at 6th ApartmentsMiller II689 Sq Ft$1,084
The ElliottFully Furnished Studio600 Sq Ft$1,295
College Hill ApartmentsStudio Premium Solo591 Sq Ft$1,123
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$790
Rowat Lofts ApartmentsStudio - Gypsum with Alcove552 Sq Ft$1,076
The Flats at Highland Park ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$875
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$625
Plaza 50 Apartments550 Sq Ft$950

Cheapest Available Des Moines Studio Apartments

As of June 29, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is the Studio Model starting from $575 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Moines Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Urban Heights starting at $599 in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Des Moines is currently $1,006. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Studio$575
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA$599
Village GreenStudio$600
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607Studio$625
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudio$625
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BA$625
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA$650
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5$675
Park West ApartmentsStudio$685
Hampton House ApartmentsStudio$699

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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.

Des Moines, IA
Population: 216,853

Ranked #101

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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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 Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Des Moines is $1,006.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 834 square feet unit starting from $975 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 443 sq ft.

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