Studio Apartments for Rent in the Drake Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (347 Rentals)

418 East Grand

The Meridian

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LINC at Gray's Station

The Parker @ Seventh

The Deco

Canary Lofts

Flux

Nexus at Gray's Landing
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R&T Lofts

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Edge @ Grays Landing

Randolph Apartments

The Elliott

Imperial Grand Prix
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Tempo East Village

Ingersoll Square Lofts

219 E Grand

Vine Street Lofts

City Square Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

AP Lofts
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Argonne Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Lofts on 34th

College Hill Apartments

Forest Avenue Village

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Madison Flats
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The Scott at East Village

The Acacia

Civic Center Court Apartments

Arlington Hallett

East Village Square

Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Lenox Properties

The James on Grand
Drake Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Drake Park Studio Apartments | $955 | $380 | $2,552 |
| Drake Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,243 | $480 | $4,798 |
| Drake Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $765 | $3,531 |
| Drake Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $1,100 | $2,833 |
| Drake Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,351 | $965 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 347 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Drake Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Drake Park Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Drake Park 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 Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| R&T Lofts | Copy | 851 Sq Ft | $950 |
| The Meridian | Merlot | 706 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
| Ingersoll Square Lofts | Phase I A1 | 665 Sq Ft | $995 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | S6 | 630 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
| Nexus at Gray's Landing | Orchid- 627 SF | 627 Sq Ft | $1,030 |
| Tempo East Village | Mott (Studio Type 3) | 622 Sq Ft | $1,355 |
| 10th Street Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | 610 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Ember | 596 Sq Ft | $1,310 |
| City Square Lofts | S3 | 570 Sq Ft | $857 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $625 |
Cheapest Available Drake Park Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Drake Park of Des Moines, IA is the Studio - Retirement Community Model starting from $600 at Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+. The average price for all Studio apartments in Drake Park is currently $955. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ | Studio - Retirement Community | $600 |
| Village Green | Studio | $600 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | Studio | $625 |
| Lenox Properties | Greenwood A | $635 |
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | $647 |
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | $699 |
| Civic Center Court Apartments | Studio - Apply Now | $700 |
| The Des Moines Building | Studio | $705 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | $710 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Drake Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Drake Park with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Drake Park is at Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Drake Park Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Drake Park is $955.
What is the largest available Studio Drake Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake Park is a 851 square feet unit starting from $950 at R&T Lofts.
What is the average size for Drake Park Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Drake Park is currently 468 sq ft.
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