
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Farmers Market Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (146 Rentals)


The Aston East Village

Cityville on 9th

418 East Grand

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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Tempo East Village

Vue

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity

Maxwell

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court
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Clemens Building

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building

The Lyon

The Fleming Building

East Village Square

Metro Lofts

Flux

Randolph Apartments

The Des Moines Building
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The Elliott

Level

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Vine Street Lofts

The Deco

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View
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Ballyard Lofts

AP Lofts

Wilkins Bldg

E300

Water Trail Row

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Rocket Transfer Lofts

Court Ave Lofts
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Downtown Farmers Market, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Farmers Market?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Farmers Market Studio Apartments | $1,068 | $695 | $1,720 |
| Downtown Farmers Market 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $799 | $5,851 |
| Downtown Farmers Market 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $975 | $4,055 |
| Downtown Farmers Market 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,159 | $2,749 |
| Downtown Farmers Market 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Farmers Market?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,773 | $1,100 | $2,250 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Farmers Market, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #17
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Farmers Market, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? this area has a reputation as a favorite residential submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the best-regarded education and schools for the kids to attend available.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks, paths, and trails? this neighborhood is providing great access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Farmers Market ranks as one of our preferred luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs or cats? this area of Des Moines ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Farmers Market
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Farmers Market area of Des Moines, IA?
As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 146 available Downtown Farmers Market apartments priced from $695 to $5,851, with an average monthly rent of $1,446.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Farmers Market?
There are currently 79 Studio Apartments in Downtown Farmers Market with rent ranges from $695 to $1,720 with an average price of $1,068.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Farmers Market Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Farmers Market ranges from $799 to $5,851 with an average monthly rent of $1,332.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Farmers Market cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Farmers Market range from $975 to $4,055. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,690.
How expensive are Downtown Farmers Market Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Farmers Market on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,159 to $2,749 - averaging $2,050 for the location.
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