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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: July 31, 2025

There are currently 2563 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Des Moines, IA that range in price from $547 to $2,230. 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 Park93$970$547
Cheatom Park90$970$547
Carpenter84$970$547
Drake Park83$970$547
Capitol Park80$974$600
McKinley School Columbus Park79$980$600
East Village78$980$600
Southwest Des Moines78$991$700
Haines Park Owls Head Estates77$950$600
Downtown Farmers Market76$980$700

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. 10th Street Lofts has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 721 square feet and currently listed start at $1,050. 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
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BA721 Sq Ft$1,050
The MeridianMerlot706 Sq Ft$1,629
District at 6th ApartmentsMiller II649 Sq Ft$1,155
The ElliottFully Furnished Studio600 Sq Ft$1,295
Sterling at Prairie Trail NorthIvory565 Sq Ft$1,150
City Square LoftsS2564 Sq Ft$974
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$736
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$625
Rowat Lofts ApartmentsStudio - Gypsum with Alcove544 Sq Ft$1,070

Cheapest Available Des Moines Studio Apartments

As of July 31, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is the 0/1 Model starting from $547 at Clover Creek in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Moines Studio is the Studio Model at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) starting at $575 in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Des Moines is currently $995. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Clover Creek0/1$547
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Studio$575
Northtown ApartmentsStudio$595
Village GreenStudio$600
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudio$625
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA$650
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BA$650
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607Studio$675
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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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Des Moines, IA Area Reviews

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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 Clover Creek listed at $547.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Des Moines is $995.

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 435 sq ft.

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