Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Douglas Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (9 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Douglas Acres area of Des Moines with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Riverview Oaks Apartments
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$595 - $750Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent on 13 Month Lease or 2 Months Free Rent On 15 Month Lease If Applied And Accepted by 12/31/25!
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Riverview Oaks Apartments

1420 Pennsylvania AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Park Winds
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$1,080Special Offer
Specials $830 Rent for Our 2 Bedroom Units! Limited to first 5 leases!
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Park Winds

3600 Kennedy DrDes Moines, IA 50317
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Broadway Heights
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$901 - $1,395Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you rent an apartment at Broadway Heights! Don't miss out on this incredible special, it won't la
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Broadway Heights

4282 E 50th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)
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$800 - $1,250Special Offer
Specials Our homes, (yes, you have your own private yard, your own four walls, park next to your home--no common hallways, no big parking lo
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)

4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Riverwood
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$828 - $1,250Special Offer
Specials Sign a 12-month lease and pay no rent until January 2026.
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Riverwood

660 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Top Des Moines Apartments in the Douglas Acres Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 12-15-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Douglas Acres, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Riverview Oaks Apartments

1 Month Free Rent on 13 Month Lease or 2 Months Free Rent On 15 Month Lease If Applied And Accepted by 12/31/25!Expires 12-14-2025

Capitol Grove Apartments

FREE first full month's rent if you move in before November 15thExpires 12-14-2025

Park Winds

$830 Rent for Our 2 Bedroom Units! Limited to first 5 leases!Expires 12-14-2025

Broadway Heights

Receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you rent an apartment at Broadway Heights! Don't miss out on this incredible special, it won't last long! *Must sign a 12-month lease. Terms and conditions apply. Call the leasing team today to learn more!Expires 12-14-2025

Woodland Meadows

Sign a 12-month lease and the remainder of your first month's rent is free! Call for details.Expires 12-31-2025

Riverwood

Sign a 12-month lease and pay no rent until January 2026.Expires 12-31-2025

Prairie Woods Apartments

RENT SPECIAL: NOW OFFERING TWO MONTHS RENT FREE! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILSExpires 01-31-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Douglas Acres, IA

Specials updated: 12-15-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Douglas Acres, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Our homes, (yes, you have your own private yard, your own four walls, park next to your home--no common hallways, no big parking lots, no bugs, smells of fires coming from the neighbor(s) whose wall you share. All this for $$$hundreds of dollars less than smaller apartments. We don't rely on rent specials that disappear to draw you in. We rely on rock bottom prices with on upscale properties. We are NOT subsidized by your children and grandchildren's taxes. No upper limit income restrictions.Expires 01-01-2027

Woodland Meadows

Sign a 12-month lease and the remainder of your first month's rent is free! Call for details.Expires 12-31-2025

Riverwood

Sign a 12-month lease and pay no rent until January 2026.Expires 12-31-2025

Prairie Woods Apartments

RENT SPECIAL: NOW OFFERING TWO MONTHS RENT FREE! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILSExpires 01-31-2026

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #66

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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 Rent Specials Douglas Acres Apartments

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Douglas Acres Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Douglas Acres is $989.

What is the largest Rent Specials Douglas Acres Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Douglas Acres is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $800 at Grand Homes (55+ Community).

What is the average size for Douglas Acres Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Douglas Acres is currently at 634 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!