
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Des Moines, IA Under $900 (60 Rentals)
Apartments in Des Moines with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Harbach Lofts

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Woodside Park Apartments

Canary Lofts

Reagan House

R&T Lofts

Jackson Crossing

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The Scott at East Village

Treehouse Apartments

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Prairie Woods Apartments
Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Park Ridge Apartments

The Fleming Building

The Griffin Building

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Hamilton Apartments

Village on Grand

The Lyon

Inglewood Apartments

Northtown Apartments

River Oaks Apartments
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Randolph Apartments

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

Crossroad Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Pleasant Court

City Square Lofts

Civic Center Court Apartments

Pioneer Estates

The Grove at Hickman

The Des Moines Building
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The Drake

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

Legacy Meadows

Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+

The Concord Building

Village Green

Highland Park Apartments

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3721 Cottage Grove Ave

Element at Valley West

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Fairmeadows Village-55+ Independent Living Rental Community

Westwood Apartments

Elm Village Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

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Country Club Village Apartments

Carlisle Park Apartments

Norwalk Meadows
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 | $951 | $480 | $1,981 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $480 | $3,008 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,284 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $685 | $3,331 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $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 Rent Specials Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Des Moines is at 3721 Cottage Grove Ave listed at $525.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Des Moines is $1,257.
What is the largest Rent Specials Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,215 at The Equitable Building.
What is the average size for Des Moines Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Des Moines is currently at 630 sq ft.
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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