
Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (432 Rentals)Page 4 of 9


3225 5th Ave

3718 SE 14th St

1137 44th St

121 12th St

4009 University Ave

2203 SW 9th St

4810 SW 3rd St

1040 22nd St

1314 Harrison Ave

1438 9th St

4010 University

200 Grand Ave

1217 24th St

2705 51st St

611 Hickory Hill Ln

1826 6th Ave

2323 E Porter Ave

350 E Locust St

1540 Pennsylvania Ave

4219 Clinton Ave

3330 52nd St

1216 Payton Ave

1741 Des Moines St

2000 Meadow Ct

2000 Meadow Ct

2103 52nd St

112 11th St

3320 Valdez Ct

6633 NW 6th Dr

3317 SE 4th St

824 Hartford Ave

917 Maury St

4043 2nd Ave

3612 Ingersoll Ave

1334 32nd St

1334 32nd St

1210 West St

3419 1st St

732 19th St

1326 E 9th St

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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 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
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