
Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (322 Rentals) Page 2 of 7


1215 25th St, Unit 1

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732 19th St

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1260 34th St

1300 34th St

1145 21st St

1111 27th St

757-759 17th St

3519 University Ave

1310 23rd St

3120 Cottage Grove Ave

1705 Gillette St

1821 21st St

829 29th St

1806 Jefferson Ave

1711 Washington Ave

2002 34th St

713 20th St

3903 University Ave

1371 Keosauqua Way

1923 39th St

648 34th St

Cityview 34

1323 24th St

2325 Carpenter Ave

1333 24th St

1317 24th St

1331 24th St

1325 24th St

1337 24th St

2421 Forest Ave

1355 24th St

1359 24th St

2311 Carpenter Ave

1318 23rd St

2303 Carpenter Ave

1336 23rd St

1332 23rd St

1340 23rd St

1370 23rd St

1136 26th St

1213 23rd St

1209-1213 23rd

1124 26th St

1147 24th St

1314 22nd St

1145 24th St
Drake University, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University Studio Apartments | $891 | $600 | $1,981 |
| Drake University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $695 | $1,300 |
| Drake University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $825 | $2,450 |
| Drake University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $1,100 | $1,625 |
| Drake University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,152 | $965 | $1,340 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Drake University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,283 | $950 | $1,995 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,636 | $1,185 | $1,995 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Drake University
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Drake University area of Des Moines, IA?
As of today, August 07, 2026, there are currently 322 available Drake University apartments priced from $600 to $2,450, with an average monthly rent of $1,104.
How much are Studio apartments in Drake University?
There are currently 173 Studio Apartments in Drake University with rent ranges from $600 to $1,981 with an average price of $891.
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 $695 to $1,300 with an average monthly rent of $975.
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 $825 to $2,450. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,291.
How expensive are Drake University Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Drake University on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,625 - averaging $1,389 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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