
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Carpenter Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (353 Rentals)


The Meridian

3000 Grand Apartments

418 East Grand

LINC at Gray's Station

The Parker @ Seventh

The Deco

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Tempo East Village

Canary Lofts
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Nexus at Gray's Landing

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Edge @ Grays Landing

Randolph Apartments

The Fleming Building
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Flux

The Elliott

Ingersoll Square Lofts

East Village Square

The Des Moines Building

219 E Grand

Vine Street Lofts

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College Hill Apartments

The Concord Building

The Acacia

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The Scott at East Village

Madison Flats

Forest Avenue Village

Hampton House Apartments

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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 | $952 | $480 | $2,521 |
| Carpenter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $480 | $3,197 |
| Carpenter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $745 | $2,900 |
| Carpenter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $1,100 | $2,749 |
| Carpenter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,951 | $965 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 353 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carpenter Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Carpenter Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Carpenter area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Meridian and is listed at 706 square feet priced from $1,741. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian | Merlot | 706 Sq Ft | $1,741 |
| 10th Street Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | 664 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Tempo East Village | Mott (Studio Type 3) | 622 Sq Ft | $1,355 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Ember | 596 Sq Ft | $1,323 |
| College Hill Apartments | Studio Premium Solo | 591 Sq Ft | $1,242 |
| City Square Lofts | S3 | 570 Sq Ft | $914 |
| Fourth And Court | Studio + Balcony | 569 Sq Ft | $1,025 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | 550 Sq Ft | $650 |
| The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments | Studio B 223 | 550 Sq Ft | $710 |
| Canary Lofts | Studio D | 528 Sq Ft | $1,070 |
Cheapest Available Carpenter Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Carpenter of Des Moines, IA is the 0/1 - Classic Model starting from $575 at Clover Creek. The average price for all Studio apartments in Carpenter is currently $952. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Clover Creek | 0/1 - Classic | $575 |
| Village Green | Studio | $600 |
| Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ | Studio - Retirement Community | $600 |
| The Concord Building | Studio | $630 |
| Lenox Properties | Greenwood A | $635 |
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | $647 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | $650 |
| The Des Moines Building | Studio | $695 |
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | $699 |
| Civic Center Court Apartments | Studio - Apply Now | $700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Carpenter Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Carpenter with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Carpenter is at Clover Creek listed at $575.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Carpenter Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Carpenter is $952.
What is the largest available Studio Carpenter Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carpenter is a 706 square feet unit starting from $1,741 at The Meridian.
What is the average size for Carpenter Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Carpenter is currently 300 sq ft.
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