
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (82 Rentals)
Short Term Rental Options.


R&T Lofts

The Equitable Building

The Parker @ Seventh

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Eagle View Lofts

The Edge @ Grays Landing

City Square Lofts

Jackson Crossing

Carman Estates

Ingersoll Park Studios

The Deco
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University Village

The Grove at Hickman

The Scott at East Village

Rosemont Place

Hampton House Apartments

Rocket Transfer Lofts

The Vineyards

10th Street Lofts

824 Hartford Ave

Element Urbandale

Sterling Pointe

The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

St. Andrews Apartments

The McCoy at 8035 Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

Wellington Apartments

Fountains Apartments

Providence Pointe

Redwood Ankeny
Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,041 | $450 | $2,244 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $550 | $3,850 |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $583 | $3,140 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $500 | $3,778 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $500 | $2,850 |
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Getting Around Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Des Moines is at Sutton Hill listed at $583.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Des Moines is $1,508.
What is the largest Short-term Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,532 at The Equitable Building.
What is the average size for Des Moines Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Des Moines is currently at 680 sq ft.
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