
Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,000 (361 Rentals)


Fourth And Court

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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 |
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Des Moines Studio Apartments Under $1000 | $995 | $547 | $2,230 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1000 | $1,217 | $547 | $3,440 |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1000 | $1,312 | $597 | $4,017 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1000 | $1,601 | $736 | $4,991 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1000 | $1,876 | $965 | $3,856 |
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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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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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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 Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in Des Moines?
There are currently 251 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $547 to $2,230 with an average price of $995.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Des Moines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Des Moines ranges from $547 to $3,440 with an average monthly rent of $1,217.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Des Moines range from $597 to $4,017. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,312.
How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 193 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $736 to $4,991 - averaging $1,601 for the location.
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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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