Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (68 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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High Street Lofts
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$1,095 - $1,395
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$1,075 - $1,375
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$20

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$1,095 - $1,395
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

High Street Lofts

1601 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Matilda 235 Townhomes
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$2,200 - $2,893
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$2,167 - $2,860
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$33

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$2,200 - $2,893
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Matilda 235 Townhomes

1201 Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vue
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$1,326 - $2,088
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$1,275 - $2,037
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$51

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$1,326 - $2,088
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Vue

922 8th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
$899 - $2,807
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$804 - $2,712
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$95

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$899 - $2,807
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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$999 - $3,184
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$948 - $3,133
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$51

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$999 - $3,184
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Level
$1,334 - $2,950
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$1,218 - $2,834
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$116

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$1,334 - $2,950
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Level

220 Maple StDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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$727 - $2,666
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$694 - $2,633
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$33

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$727 - $2,666
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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5Fifty5
$2,523 - $3,672
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$2,515 - $3,664
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$2,523 - $3,672
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 24

5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ballyard Lofts
$1,098 - $1,133
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$1,073 - $1,108
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$25

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$1,098 - $1,133
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Riverpoint Lofts
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$986 - $1,049
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$978 - $1,041
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$8

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$986 - $1,049
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th 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 The Residences at River View with prices starting from $1,008 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
The Residences at River View4/4McKinley School Columbus Park$1,008
Jackson Crossing4/4McKinley School Columbus Park$840
Confluence on 3rd Apartments4/4Downtown Des Moines$1,099
R&T Lofts4/4Downtown Des Moines$950
The Meridian4/4Downtown Des Moines$1,352
Cityville3.8/4Downtown Des Moines$940
Ingersoll Square Lofts3.6/4Sherman Hill$995
Arlington Hallett3.6/4Downtown Des Moines$695
The Deco3.6/4Downtown Des Moines$920
Civic Center Court Apartments3.4/4Downtown Des Moines$700

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 East Model at Arlington Hallett, which is a Studio unit starting from $695. The second cheapest Downtown Des Moines Pet Friendly apartment is the S1 Studio unit at City Square Lofts starting at $727. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Des Moines apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Arlington HallettStudio East$695
City Square LoftsS1$727
The DecoThe Gatsby$920
CityvilleCapital City 2 - M5$940
R&T LoftsCopy$950
Ingersoll Square LoftsPhase I A1$995
The Residences at River ViewShore$1,045
Confluence on 3rd ApartmentsAgate$1,099
The MeridianNoir$1,352
Jackson Crossing2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom$1,390

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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.

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 $695.

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 $1,432.

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 $1,163 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 602 sq ft.

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