
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (93 Rentals)


Cityville on 9th

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

418 East Grand

Nexus at Gray's Landing
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Edge @ Grays Landing

Randolph Apartments

The Des Moines Building

Ingersoll Square

East Village Square

The Deco

The Fleming Building
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The Elliott

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Vine Street Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

AP Lofts

Argonne Apartments

College Hill Apartments
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The Scott at East Village

The Concord Building

Madison Flats

Civic Center Court Apartments

Arlington Hallett

Harger & Blish Building

The Plaza

EMC Insurance Group
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119 4th St

813 Crocker St

Linc Apartments

751 16th St

730 16th St

686 19th St

Lexington Apartments

707 18th St

1917-1919 Pleasant St

301-307 E Court Ave
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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $630 | $1,791 |
| Downtown Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $799 | $4,113 |
| Downtown Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $900 | $2,900 |
| Downtown Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $1,166 | $2,758 |
| Downtown Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 93 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Meridian and is listed at 706 square feet priced from $1,605. 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 | $1,605 |
| 10th Street Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | 664 Sq Ft | $930 |
| Ingersoll Square | Springfield | 520 Sq Ft | $1,140 |
| The Parker | Sutton | 495 Sq Ft | $910 |
| Jackson Crossing | Studio | 488 Sq Ft | $937 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | S2 | 485 Sq Ft | $1,349 |
| The Concord Building | Studio | 475 Sq Ft | $630 |
| Maxwell | Studio | 452 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Agate | 433 Sq Ft | $1,204 |
| Arlington Hallett | Studio SW | 425 Sq Ft | $725 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Des Moines of Des Moines, IA is the Studio Model starting from $630 at The Concord Building. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Des Moines is currently $1,000. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Concord Building | Studio | $630 |
| Arlington Hallett | Studio East | $695 |
| The Elliott | Studio | $710 |
| Pleasant Court | Studio | $725 |
| Civic Center Court Apartments | Studio - Apply Now | $800 |
| The Scott at East Village | Studio | $845 |
| The Parker | Sutton | $910 |
| 10th Street Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | $930 |
| Jackson Crossing | Studio | $937 |
| The Deco | The Gatsby | $995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Des Moines with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Des Moines is at The Concord Building listed at $630.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $1,000.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Des Moines is a 706 square feet unit starting from $1,605 at The Meridian.
What is the average size for Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Des Moines is currently 442 sq ft.
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