Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (59 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Drake Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Court

1126 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Kingman Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

1025 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Flats on Pleasant
2 Bedroom Apartments

Flats on Pleasant

1913-1915 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Drake Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Terrace

1100 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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718 18th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

718 18th St

718 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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University Park Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Place

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Pointe

1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Frequently Asked Questions about Drake University

How much are Studio apartments in Drake University?

There are currently 75 Studio Apartments in Drake University with rent ranges from $600 to $1,749 with an average price of $1,113.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Drake University Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Drake University ranges from $595 to $1,927 with an average monthly rent of $1,363.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Drake University cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Drake University range from $695 to $2,687. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,547.

How expensive are Drake University Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 13 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Drake University on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $995 to $2,966 - averaging $1,585 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.