
Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (459 Rentals) Page 2 of 10


Vine Street Lofts

District at 6th Apartments

The Village at Grays Lake

Flux

Jackson Crossing

Sunburst

University Place Lofts

East Village Square

New Haven Apartments

Weston Park Apartments

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2921 High St, Unit 2917 High Apt.#1

Cypress 1 (East Ridge)

Harbach Lofts

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

718 18th St

Alta Casa

Ballyard Lofts

Finn Apartments

High Street Brickstone

Southbrook Green

Ingersoll FLATS

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4009 University Ave, Unit #3

The Oaks

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713 20th St, Unit 1915-3

The Elmhurst

Elmcrest

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

The Jefferson

Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats

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1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 4

Reagan House

Fort Des Moines

Deer Ridge

Lofts on 34th

Goldbriar Chateau

Magnolia Park

722 18th St

3000 Grand Apartments

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The Scott at East Village

Willow Bend

Newens Dairy Lofts

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Prairie Woods Apartments

The Des Moines Building

Parkside East

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Park Ridge Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

Rosemont Place

The Fleming Building

Four Seasons Apartments
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 Under $1200 | $962 | $480 | $2,061 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,190 | $480 | $5,877 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,326 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,731 | $655 | $2,872 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $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 Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in Des Moines?
There are currently 478 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $480 to $2,061 with an average price of $962.
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 $480 to $5,877 with an average monthly rent of $1,190.
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 $648 to $4,055. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,326.
How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 231 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $655 to $2,872 - averaging $1,731 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
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.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.