
Gated Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (142 Rentals)


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Tempo East Village

219 E Grand

The Meridian

High Street Lofts

Woodland Avenue Brickstone

Nexus at Gray's Landing
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Connolly Lofts

Gateway Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

AP Lofts

LINC at Gray's Station

The Equitable Building

R&T Lofts

Velocity

E300

City Square Lofts
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Carbon 550

Forest Ave Townhomes

The Deco

The Residences at River View

District at 6th Apartments

Ingersoll Square

Riverpoint Lofts

Soll

Ballyard Lofts

Hilltop Apartments
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Maxwell

Rumely Lofts

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Wilkins Bldg

The Edge @ Grays Landing

College Hill Apartments

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

418 East Grand

University Village

The James on Grand
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Vine Street Lofts

Ashley Square

Lofts on 34th

Flux

Prairie Winds Apartments

Finn Apartments

Somerset

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

University Place Lofts
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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 | $939 | $480 | $1,987 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $480 | $2,811 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $685 | $3,233 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $560 | $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 Gated Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Des Moines is at The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments listed at $480.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Des Moines is $1,261.
What is the largest Gated Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,180 at The Equitable Building.
What is the average size for Des Moines Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Des Moines is currently at 634 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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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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