2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (80 Rentals)

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3211 Pleasant St

Des MoinesIA50312

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Cityview 34
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Cityview 34

1331 Keosauqua WayDes Moines, IA 50309
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1113 24th St
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1113 24th St

1113 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311

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1050 21st St
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1050 21st St

1050 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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2841 Kingman Blvd
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2841 Kingman Blvd

2841 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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1209-1213 23rd
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1209-1213 23rd

1209-1213 23rdDes Moines, IA 50311
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1048 19th St
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1048 19th St

1048 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314

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1240 32nd St
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1240 32nd St

1240 32nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1247 33rd St
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1247 33rd St

1247 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Cutler
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The Cutler

2419 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3420 Kingman Blvd
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3420 Kingman Blvd

3420 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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2201 Forest Ave
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2201 Forest Ave

2201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1170 MLK
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1170 MLK

1170 Martin Luther King Jr PkyDes Moines, IA 50314
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1504 28th St
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1504 28th St

1504 28th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1123 24th
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1123 24th

1123 24thDes Moines, IA 50311

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Drake University, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Drake University 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Drake University area of Des Moines, IA is found at Matilda 235 Townhomes and is listed at 2,143 square feet priced from $2,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22,143 Sq Ft$2,350
The ElmhurstModel A1,300 Sq Ft$1,300
Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats2 BR, 2 BA1,250 Sq Ft$1,395
Forest Ave Townhomes2 BR 1.5 BA1,088 Sq Ft$1,550
University Place Lofts1,004 Sq Ft$1,050
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsTwo Bedroom940 Sq Ft$890
Canary Lofts2 Bedroom B815 Sq Ft$1,700
Pleasant Court2 Bedroom720 Sq Ft$995
The Grove at Hickman2x1720 Sq Ft$795
Beaverdale Housing LLC2 bed 1 bath700 Sq Ft$870

Cheapest Available Drake University 2 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Drake University of Des Moines, IA is the 2x1 Model starting from $795 at The Grove at Hickman. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Drake University is currently $1,285. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Grove at Hickman2x1$795
The DrakeC2$825
Beaverdale Housing LLC2 bed 1 bath$870
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsTwo Bedroom$890
New Haven Apartments2x1$900
Pleasant Court2 Bedroom$995
The ElmhurstModel A$1,300
Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats2 BR, 2 BA$1,395
Forest Ave Townhomes2 BR 1.5 BA$1,550
Canary Lofts2 Bedroom B$1,700

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Drake University, Des Moines, IA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Drake University, 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 our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Drake University Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Drake University with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Drake University is at The Grove at Hickman listed at $795.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Drake University Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Drake University is $1,285.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Drake University Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake University is a 2,143 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Matilda 235 Townhomes.

What is the average size for Drake University 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Drake University is currently 1,021 sq ft.

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