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Wellington Apartments
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$1,040 - $1,972
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$1,025 - $1,957
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Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Flats Apartments
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$834 - $1,273
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$834 - $1,273
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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SaddleBrook Apartments
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SaddleBrook Apartments

8301 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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Peach Tree
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Peach Tree

2701 SE Peachtree DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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484 S 19th St
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484 S 19th St

484 S 19th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Lillis Lofts
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Lillis Lofts

6313 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Oakwood Place
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Oakwood Place

2810 SE Rio DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Des Moines, IA Area Reviews

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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 483 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $461 to $2,986 with an average price of $1,392.

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 $4,182 with an average monthly rent of $1,165.

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 $627 to $3,777. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,273.

How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 224 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $685 to $4,100 - averaging $1,640 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.