Homes for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (16 Rentals)

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property at 112 11th St
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

112 11th St, Unit 205

112 11th St
Des MoinesIA50309
property at 611 19th St
$1,450

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1

611 19th St

Des MoinesIA50309
property at 944 12th St
$1,900

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now

944 12th St

Des MoinesIA50309
property at 252 E Center St
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 1

252 E Center St

Des MoinesIA50309
property at 112 11th St
$1,199

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,199

Total Monthly Price$1,199
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Luxury

112 11th St, Unit #206

112 11th St
Des MoinesIA50309
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property at 732 19th St
$550
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
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732 19th St

Des MoinesIA50314
property at 669 17th St
$4,200
6 Bedroom, 3 Bath Rentals
Available Now

669 17th St

Des MoinesIA50314
property at 732 19th St
$550
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 18
Affordability

732 19th St

Des MoinesIA50314
property at 732 19th St
$550
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

732 19th St

Des MoinesIA50314

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #16

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Des Moines

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Des Moines?

There are currently 155 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $630 to $5,708. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Des Moines ranging from $550 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Des Moines?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Des Moines ranges from $550 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,576.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

Written by: Robin Stewart

Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.