
Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (432 Rentals)Page 3 of 9


Grand heights Apartments

Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments

Newly renovated apartments in quiet neighborhood

Inglewood Apartments

The Vineyards

Twin Oaks Residences

Luther Park Apartments

Pioneer Estates

Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community!

Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Southbrook Green

The Flats on 56th Apartments

High Street Brickstone

Woodland Avenue Brickstone

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

3612 Ingersoll Ave

Newens Dairy Lofts

10th Street Lofts

Pleasant Court

Southern Meadows Homes

Des Moines Greystone Homes

MLK Brickstone Apartments

University Place Lofts

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Stockbridge Apartments

1818 Pleasant St, Unit 1818

1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #3

2303 E 9th St

3726 SE 14th St

3720 SE 14th St

3722 SE 14th St

3724 SE 14th St

3130 Indianola Ave

5015 SW 9th St

714 Jefferson Ave
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 | $1,033 | $450 | $2,400 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,226 | $545 | $10,000+ |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,301 | $647 | $3,077 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,629 | $500 | $3,600 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,423 | $500 | $2,850 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 238 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $450 to $2,400 with an average price of $1,033.
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 $545 to $12,090 with an average monthly rent of $1,226.
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 $647 to $3,077. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,301.
How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 189 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $500 to $3,600 - averaging $1,629 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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