1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (81 Rentals)

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Kingman Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Flats on 21st
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The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Twin Manor
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Twin Manor

720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Drake Pointe
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Drake Pointe

1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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718 18th St
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718 18th St

718 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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713 20th St
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713 20th St

713 20th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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648 19th St
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648 19th St

648 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1109 27th St
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1109 27th St

1109 27th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1120 26th St
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1120 26th St

1120 26th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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2901 Rutland Ave
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2901 Rutland Ave

2901 Rutland AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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2911 Kingman Blvd
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2911 Kingman Blvd

2911 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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1065 21st St
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1065 21st St

1065 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1530 Woodland Ave
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1530 Woodland Ave

1530 Woodland AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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1120 23rd St
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1120 23rd St

1120 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake University, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Drake University 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Drake University area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Meridian and is listed at 941 square feet priced from $1,789. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The MeridianRose941 Sq Ft$1,789
VueA5849 Sq Ft$1,347
SollA8 - Breathe ADA806 Sq Ft$1,325
University Place Lofts800 Sq Ft$900
Ingersoll Square LoftsPhase I A2763 Sq Ft$1,100
Imperial Grand PrixGrand Prix 1 Bedroom720 Sq Ft$942
FluxLuster659 Sq Ft$1,292
Four Seasons Apartments1BR/1BA650 Sq Ft$845
High Street Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom607 Sq Ft$1,195
Beaverdale Housing LLC1 bed 1 bath550 Sq Ft$750

Cheapest Available Drake University 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Drake University of Des Moines, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $695 at The Flats on 21st. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Drake University is currently $1,377. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom$695
1333 22nd Street1BR/1.0BA$725
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$730
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom$730
Beaverdale Housing LLC1 bed 1 bath$750
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom$799
The Grove at Hickman1x1$825
Four Seasons Apartments1BR/1BA$845
University Village1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$900
Imperial Grand PrixGrand Prix 1 Bedroom$942

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Drake University, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #55

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Iowa including Drake University, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Drake University Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Drake University with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Drake University is at The Flats on 21st listed at $695.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Drake University Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Drake University is $1,377.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Drake University Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake University is a 941 square feet unit starting from $1,789 at The Meridian.

What is the average size for Drake University 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Drake University is currently 717 sq ft.

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