Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,500 (494 Rentals) Page 2 of 10

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Finn Apartments
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$970 - $1,045
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Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$945 - $1,595
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$940 - $1,590
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$945 - $1,595
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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University Village
$900 - $975
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$815 - $890
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$900 - $975
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University Village

2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Maxwell
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Village at Grays Lake
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$899 - $1,049
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$794 - $944
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$105
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$899 - $1,049
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The Village at Grays Lake

2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Canary Lofts
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$890 - $1,775
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$885 - $1,770
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$890 - $1,775
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Canary Lofts

2530 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Forest Avenue Village
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$867 - $1,584
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$802 - $1,519
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$65
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$867 - $1,584
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Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1818 Pleasant St, Unit 1818
$850
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1818 Pleasant St, Unit 1818

1818 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Somerset
$839 - $1,428
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$751 - $1,340
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Somerset

6620 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Rosemont Place
$833 - $1,570
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$808 - $1,545
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$833 - $1,570
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Rosemont Place

2201-2202 E Rose AveDes 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 482 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $380 to $1,900 with an average price of $950.

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 $597 to $4,649 with an average monthly rent of $1,158.

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 $710 to $3,592. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,283.

How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 222 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $685 to $2,885 - averaging $1,700 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

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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

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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

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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.