Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (94 Rentals)

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The Plaza
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The Plaza

300 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Mezzo on Walnut
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Mezzo on Walnut

606 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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659 17th St
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659 17th St

659 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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658 18th St
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658 18th St

658 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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813 Crocker St
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813 Crocker St

813 Crocker StDes Moines, IA 50309
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119 4th St
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119 4th St

119 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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751 16th St
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751 16th St

751 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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730 16th St
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730 16th St

730 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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818 18th St
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818 18th St

818 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1605 Center St
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1605 Center St

1605 Center StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1512 Park St
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1512 Park St

1512 Park StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Hillside
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Hillside

1902 Woodland AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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821 19th St
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821 19th St

821 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 R&T Lofts and is listed at 851 square feet priced from $950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
R&T LoftsCopy851 Sq Ft$950
The MeridianMerlot706 Sq Ft$1,675
Ingersoll Square LoftsPhase I A1665 Sq Ft$995
LINC at Gray's StationS6630 Sq Ft$1,299
Nexus at Gray's LandingOrchid- 627 SF627 Sq Ft$1,030
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BA610 Sq Ft$925
Confluence on 3rd ApartmentsEmber596 Sq Ft$1,310
City Square LoftsS3570 Sq Ft$857
Mezzo on WalnutPrelude529 Sq Ft$1,100
Fourth And CourtStudio + Balcony497 Sq Ft$1,025

Cheapest Available Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Des Moines of Des Moines, IA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $695 at The Brady Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Des Moines is currently $988. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Brady Apartments0BR/1.0BA$695
Civic Center Court ApartmentsStudio - Apply Now$700
The Des Moines BuildingStudio$705
Pleasant CourtStudio$725
City Square LoftsS1$727
Argonne ApartmentsStudio B$749
The Griffin BuildingStudio$800
The Fleming Building#5 - Studio$815
Randolph ApartmentsThe Polk$825
The Parker @ SeventhPRK S1$895

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 Brady Apartments listed at $695.

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 $988.

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 851 square feet unit starting from $950 at R&T Lofts.

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 460 sq ft.

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