1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (18 Rentals)

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Luther Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Luther Park Apartments

2824 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Rose Glen
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Glen

2808 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Wedgewood Coop
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wedgewood Coop

2555 Wedgewood RdDes Moines, IA 50317
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2900 Easton Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2900 Easton Blvd

2900 Easton BlvdDes Moines, IA 50317

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Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Douglas Acres area of Des Moines, IA is found at Grand Homes (55+ Community) and is listed at 700 square feet priced from $800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom700 Sq Ft$800
Parkside East1 Bedroom648 Sq Ft$800
Broadway HeightsA1 - 60 - Income Restricted630 Sq Ft$950
Prairie Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom625 Sq Ft$895

Cheapest Available Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Douglas Acres of Des Moines, IA is the Standard 1 Bedroom Model starting from $597 at The Aspen. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Douglas Acres is currently $983. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The AspenStandard 1 Bedroom$597
Parkside East1 Bedroom$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom$800
Prairie Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom$895
Broadway HeightsA1 - 60 - Income Restricted$950

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #71

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Douglas Acres Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Douglas Acres is $983.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Douglas Acres is a 700 square feet unit starting from $800 at Grand Homes (55+ Community).

What is the average size for Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Douglas Acres is currently 641 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.