Apartments for Rent in the Carpenter Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (603 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Carpenter, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carpenter, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Des Moines. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with children? Carpenter has established a name for itself as a leading area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and access to the finest education opportunities.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks, paths, and trails? this neighborhood has risen to be providing favorable access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area has emerged as one of our favorite upscale communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog or cat owners, listen up! this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Carpenter Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • 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 Carpenter

How much are Studio apartments in Carpenter?

There are currently 167 Studio Apartments in Carpenter with rent ranges from $600 to $1,771 with an average price of $1,026.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Carpenter Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Carpenter ranges from $565 to $16,390 with an average monthly rent of $1,354.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Carpenter cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Carpenter range from $660 to $13,710. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,679.

How expensive are Carpenter Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 47 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Carpenter on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $870 to $3,320 - averaging $2,045 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.