
Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,500 with Swimming Pool (81 Rentals)


Cityville

The Meridian

3000 Grand Apartments

LINC at Gray's Station

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Soll
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Nexus at Gray's Landing

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Flux

Ingersoll Square Lofts

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

The Village at Westchester

Evergreen Terrace

The Residences at River View
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Westchester Square

Weston Park Apartments

The Drake

Four Seasons Apartments

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Prairie Woods Apartments

Rosemont Place

Somerset

Sutton Hill

Ashley Square

Civic Center Court Apartments
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Beaverdale Housing LLC

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Element Urbandale

Regency Woods

Olde English Village

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Residences at 62W

Sterling of Prairie Trail

Pointe 28

Westwood Apartments

Eastwood on Grand
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ReNew Jordan Creek

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Wellington Apartments

Element at Valley West

Colonial Village

Robin Hill

Bennett Grand Woods Apartments

Fountains Apartments

The Standard at Prairie Trail

Park West Apartments

Providence Pointe
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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 | $955 | $480 | $2,000 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $480 | $2,921 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $648 | $2,900 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $685 | $3,294 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $560 | $2,300 |
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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 Apartments with Swimming Pool
What is the Cheapest Swimming Pool apartment in Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Apartment in Des Moines with Swimming Pool is at The Pointe on Fleur Apartments listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for Des Moines Apartments with Swimming Pool?
The average rent for a Apartment in Des Moines with Swimming Pool is $1,342.
What is the largest Des Moines Apartment for rent with Swimming Pool?
Today's Apartment with Swimming Pool and the most square footage in Des Moines is a 3,000 square feet unit starting from $2,300 at Prairie Trails.
What is the average size for Des Moines Apartments for rent with Swimming Pool?
The average size for a rental with Swimming Pool in Des Moines is currently at 699 sq ft.
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
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