
Apartments for Rent in the Carpenter Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (683 Rentals)


The Aston East Village

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The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

418 East Grand

3000 Grand Apartments

The Parker

The Deco

Matilda 235 Townhomes
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Tempo East Village

Vue

Soll

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity

Maxwell

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

Clemens Building
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The Fleming Building

The Des Moines Building

Ingersoll Square

East Village Square

Metro Lofts

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

Canary Lofts

Flux
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The Lyon

Randolph Apartments

The Elliott

Imperial Grand Prix

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Vine Street Lofts

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

The Griffin Building
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Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

5Fifty5

Ballyard Lofts

AP Lofts

Gateway Lofts

E300

Village on Grand

Village Green
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Carpenter, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carpenter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter Studio Apartments | $967 | $480 | $1,912 |
| Carpenter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $480 | $5,792 |
| Carpenter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $745 | $3,705 |
| Carpenter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,100 | $3,236 |
| Carpenter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $965 | $1,561 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Carpenter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,355 | $900 | $2,250 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,576 | $1,185 | $2,795 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,461 | $925 | $1,695 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarpenter, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Carpenter
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Carpenter area of Des Moines, IA?
As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 683 available Carpenter apartments priced from $480 to $5,792, with an average monthly rent of $1,325.
How much are Studio apartments in Carpenter?
There are currently 346 Studio Apartments in Carpenter with rent ranges from $480 to $1,912 with an average price of $967.
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 $480 to $5,792 with an average monthly rent of $1,259.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Carpenter cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Carpenter range from $745 to $3,705. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,588.
How expensive are Carpenter Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 56 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Carpenter on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $3,236 - averaging $1,931 for the location.
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