
Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (319 Rentals) Page 2 of 7


1260 34th St

2820 Cottage Grove Ave

2805 Cottage Grove Ave

2530 University Ave

757-759 17th St

1161 26th St

1150 27th St

1501 University Ave

985 28th St

3120 Cottage Grove Ave

1705 Gillette St

1916 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

1924 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

1711 Washington Ave

3805 Maquoketa Dr

713 20th St

2408 26th St

1206 39th St

1389 Keosauqua Way

1923 39th St

Cityview 34

1323 24th St

2325 Carpenter Ave

1317 24th St

1331 24th St

1333 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

1332 23rd St

1336 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

1316 22nd St

1122 26th St

1312 22nd St

1117 26th 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 | $919 | $600 | $1,912 |
| Drake University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,008 | $595 | $1,912 |
| Drake University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $699 | $2,450 |
| Drake University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $1,100 | $1,475 |
| Drake University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $783 | $599 | $1,340 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Drake University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,380 | $900 | $1,900 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,502 | $1,185 | $2,000 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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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, September 22, 2026, there are currently 319 available Drake University apartments priced from $595 to $2,450, with an average monthly rent of $1,094.
How much are Studio apartments in Drake University?
There are currently 170 Studio Apartments in Drake University with rent ranges from $600 to $1,912 with an average price of $919.
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 $1,912 with an average monthly rent of $1,008.
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 $699 to $2,450. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,279.
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 $1,100 to $1,475 - averaging $1,264 for the location.
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