
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (44 Rentals)


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Drake, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Drake Studio Apartments | $1,148 | $710 | $1,818 |
Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $730 | $1,906 |
Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $825 | $2,686 |
Drake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $1,100 | $2,534 |
Drake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Drake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Drake area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Meridian and is listed at 941 square feet priced from $1,789. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Meridian | Rose | 941 Sq Ft | $1,789 |
Vue | A5 | 849 Sq Ft | $1,347 |
Rowat Lofts | A6 With Den - Ivory | 806 Sq Ft | $1,205 |
Soll | A8 - Breathe ADA | 806 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
University Place Lofts | 800 Sq Ft | $900 | |
Ingersoll Square Lofts | Phase I A2 | 763 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Imperial Grand Prix | Grand Prix 1 Bedroom | 720 Sq Ft | $946 |
High Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 607 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | 550 Sq Ft | $750 |
The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 505 Sq Ft | $730 |
Cheapest Available Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Drake of Des Moines, IA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $730 at The Drake. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Drake is currently $1,542. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $730 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | $750 |
Imperial Grand Prix | Grand Prix 1 Bedroom | $946 |
Rowat Lofts | A2 - Jade | $1,051 |
Ingersoll Square Lofts | Phase I A2 | $1,100 |
High Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,195 |
Soll | A2 - Made | $1,201 |
Vue | A3 | $1,206 |
The Meridian | Grigio | $1,696 |
Getting Around the Drake Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Drake Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Drake with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Drake is at The Drake listed at $730.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Drake Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Drake is $1,542.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Drake Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake is a 941 square feet unit starting from $1,789 at The Meridian.
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