Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (459 Rentals) Page 5 of 10

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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

2813 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Flats on Pleasant
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Flats on Pleasant

1913-1915 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Cypress II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress II

4214 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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543 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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5008 Ingersoll Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Stanton Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stanton Apartments

2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Douglas Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglas Woods

2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Eastview
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview

3945 E 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Shelly Rose Estates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shelly Rose Estates

3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Meadows
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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933 18th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

933 18th St

933 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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University Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Apartments

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Brady Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Brady Apartments

650 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Legacy Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Park Apartments

1352 12th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Chetwynd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chetwynd Apartments

3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1414 30th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1414 30th St

1414 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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5902 Hickman Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5902 Hickman Rd

5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Christ the King II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Christ the King II

5602 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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1312 22nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1312 22nd St

1312 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Southridge Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Winona
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Winona

527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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1069 33rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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JK Sully 1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Grand Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Heights

3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Drake Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Pointe

1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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4671 NW 50th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4671 NW 50th St

4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 56th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 56th

3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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6920 SW 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

6920 SW 9th St

6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines

May 14, 2025

Many 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

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.