Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (73 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Cityville
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$30 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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2 Pet Limit - There is a $300 one-time pet fee. There is also a $25 monthly rent per cat and a $50 monthly rent per dog. Pet policy: Only cats and dogs allowed. Up to two pets per residence. No weight limits. All pets must be spayed or neutered and in good health. Vet verification and pet licensing through the city of Iowa is required
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Linc
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Linc

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Flux
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
We do not accept reptiles, rodents, rabbits or ferrets. Animals must be properly vaccinated based on species and registered with the city where required/applicable. Pets must be over the age of 1 year and spayed/neutered. Disallowed dog breeds include the following, and any breed mixed with the following: Pit Bull, American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Chow Chow, Wolf Breeds (including Huskies), Akita, St. Bernard, Mastiff, Cane Corso, Doberman, German Shepherd. - 2 Pet Limit
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Flux

1400 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
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2 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Fourth And Court
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2 Pet Limit - Bella Terra is the perfect place for you, it’s also the ideal place for your dog or cat.
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Fourth And Court

420 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50301
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The Equitable Building
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Must Be Spayed/Neutered - $25 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Equitable Building

604 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - Maximum 2 pets per household. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee is required.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Parker @ Seventh
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1 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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The Parker @ Seventh

615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Slate  Age 55 Plus Active Community
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2 Pet Limit - Only cats and dogs allowed. All pets must be spayed or neutered and in good health. Vet verification and pet licensing through the city of Des Moines is required. BREED RESTRICTIONS APPLY. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy inf...
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - The following dog breeds are not permitted in our communities: Akitas, Chow Chows, Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Malamutes, Pit Bulls, Presa Canarios, Rottweilers, Staffordshire Terriers, and Wolf-Hybrids.
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 SW 3rd StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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2 Pet Limit - $30 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ingersoll Square Lofts
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $60 Monthly Pet Rent
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Ingersoll Square Lofts

1900-2005 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vue
Pet Friendly
$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Vue

922 8th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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R&T Lofts
Pet Friendly
$45 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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R&T Lofts

717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Level
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Level

220 Maple StDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$30 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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219 E Grand

219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Edge @ Grays Landing
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2 Pet Limit - The Edge is dog and cat-friendly. Maximum 2 pets per household. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. A one-time $300 non-refundable fee is required.
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The Edge @ Grays Landing

406 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Wilkins Bldg
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2 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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Wilkins Bldg

713 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Jackson Crossing
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$40 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Jackson Crossing

100-150 E Jackson AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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5Fifty5
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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AP Lofts
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2 Pet Limit - $30 Monthly Pet Rent
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AP Lofts

340 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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E300
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2 Pet Limit - Refundable Pet Deposit.
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E300

300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Metro Lofts
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2 Pet Limit - $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee.
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vine Street Lofts
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2 Pet Limit - Maximum 2 pets per household. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee.
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Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Deco
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Pet Friendly
$40 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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The Deco

1301 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Carbon 550
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
2 Pet Limit - The following breeds, and dogs mixed with these breeds will not be accepted: Pit Bull, American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Chow-Chow, Wolf Breeds and/or Wolf Hybrids (including Huskies), Akita, St. Bernard, Mastiff, Cane Corso, Doberman, German Shepherd.
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Carbon 550

550 Watson Powell Jr WayDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ballyard Lofts
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Argonne Apartments
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
$35 Monthly Pet Rent - Pets are welcomed! Please contact the Leasing Office for further details regarding pet restrictions and pet weights.
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Argonne Apartments

1729 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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College Hill Apartments
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
$35 Monthly Pet Rent - One pet per household, only allowed in certain units, we allow a cat or small dog, a caged bird, or a fish tank under 20 gallons. Pet must be appropriately vaccinated (based on species), sterilized, and registered by the city if applicable/required.
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College Hill Apartments

921 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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7th Street Brownstones
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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7th Street Brownstones

301-331 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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14Forty
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
2 Pet Limit - 80 lb Weight Limit
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14Forty

1440 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Scott at East Village
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Pet DNA Program $48 Registration Fee for Dogs
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The Scott at East Village

700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Riverpoint Lofts
Pet Friendly
$60 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Arlington Hallett
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2 Pet Limit - Up to two pets per apartment home with a combined weight of 80lbs. First pet fee $350, 2 Pets $500 fee.
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Arlington Hallett

1305 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rumely Lofts
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Maximum 2 pets per household. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee is required.
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Rumely Lofts

104 SW 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Most Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines Apartments for Rent

The apartment community in the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Confluence on 3rd Apartments with prices starting from $1,095 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Jackson Crossing scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $840. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Confluence on 3rd Apartments4/4Downtown Des Moines$1,095
Jackson Crossing4/4McKinley School Columbus Park$840
The Residences at River View4/4McKinley School Columbus Park$1,153
R&T Lofts4/4Downtown Des Moines$975
The Meridian4/4Downtown Des Moines$1,323
Arlington Hallett3.8/4Downtown Des Moines$680
Cityville3.8/4Downtown Des Moines$950
Ingersoll Square Lofts3.6/4Sherman Hill$995
Civic Center Court Apartments3.4/4Downtown Des Moines$750
418 East Grand3.4/4East Village$945

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Des Moines

The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Des Moines of Downtown Des Moines is the Studio - Apply Now Model at Civic Center Court Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $750. The second cheapest Downtown Des Moines Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bed unit at The Elliott starting at $775. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Civic Center Court ApartmentsStudio - Apply Now$750
The Elliott1 Bedroom$775
City Square LoftsS1$824
CityvilleCapital City 2 - M5$950
R&T LoftsCopy$975
VelocityS2$986
Confluence on 3rd ApartmentsDrift$992
MaxwellStudio$999
Ingersoll Square Lofts3A2$1,174
The MeridianPort$1,323

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Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with a son or daughter (or both!)? Downtown Des Moines is a top area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and more.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks, paths, and trails? this neighborhood is known as providing first-class access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

This part of Des Moines is now ranked as one of the A-list communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Des Moines is at Arlington Hallett listed at $680.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $1,455.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,312 at The Equitable Building.

What is the average size for Downtown Des Moines Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Des Moines is currently at 608 sq ft.

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