
Pet Friendly Studio Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (109 Rentals)


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Cityville on 9th

418 East Grand

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

3000 Grand Apartments
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Tempo East Village

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Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court
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The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Fleming Building

Imperial Grand Prix

Randolph Apartments

The Des Moines Building

Ingersoll Square

Canary Lofts

The Elliott

219 E Grand
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The Deco

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

AP Lofts

E300

Village Green

Argonne Apartments

Treehouse Apartments
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Beaverdale Housing LLC

Madison Flats

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Grand Colony

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The Scott at East Village
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Studio Apartments | $966 | $575 | $1,981 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $480 | $5,884 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $655 | $3,301 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $530 | $2,500 |
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Des Moines, IA Area Reviews
Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines
May 14, 2025Many 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 The Concord Building listed at $630.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Des Moines is $966.
What is the largest available Studio Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 706 square feet unit starting from $1,624 at The Meridian.
What is the average size for Des Moines Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Des Moines is currently 465 sq ft.
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