
Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (319 Rentals) Page 5 of 7


1236 34th St

1300 34th St

1314 34th St

1316 34th St

2003 Washington Ave

3434 University Ave

Drake Park Apartments

1131 35th St

3421 Cottage Grove Ave

3432 Forest Ave

3322 Kingman Blvd

1144 36th Street_INRES

1820 Jefferson Ave

3420 Kingman Blvd

Center Park Apartments

933 18th St

3616 University Ave

2525 Lincoln Ave

3705 University Ave

3650 Cottage Grove Ave

Cottonwood Apartments

900 18th St

1349 Harrison Ave

821 19th St

829 18th St

818 18th St

754 19th St

732 19th St

2901-2905 Hickman Rd

820 17th St

1327 13th St

713 20th St

1917-1919 Pleasant St

3910 University Ave

1605 Center St

3925 University Ave

3932 University Ave

3936 University Ave

3940 University Ave

707 18th St

3927 University Ave

686 19th St

4000 University Ave

The Albrecht Condominiums

Lexington Apartments

685 19th St

643-651 31st St

672 19th St

751 16th 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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