
Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (459 Rentals) Page 4 of 10


Village Green

Highland Park Apartments

Lenox Properties

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Meadow Cove

Mezzo on Walnut

4800 SW 3rd St

332 McKinley Ave

2601 E Walnut St

2401 High St

241-243 E 24th St

3514 3rd St, Unit 5

Cityville on 9th

The Klein Building

4010 University

200 Grand Ave

1809 Arlington Ave, Unit 6

1809 Arlington Ave, Unit 3

4009 University Ave, Unit 3

3519 University Ave

1217 24th St

The Parker

1118 26th St

1300 34th St

1076 21st St

1464 E 14th St

614 Douglas Ave

1260 34th St

1306 34th St

2243 SW 9th St

350 East Locust

3612 Ingersoll Ave

The Soho Lofts

Gateway Lofts

Luther Park Apartments

Capitol Grove Apartments

The Birch

Clover Acres

800-828 Hartford Ave

High Street Lofts II

Drake Court

Kingstone Apartments 2

10th Street Lofts

The Crest at Baker Creek

3274 E Euclid Ave

The Aspen

2300 Beaver Ave

Drake Terrace

Beaver & Adams Senior 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.
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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
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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.