
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (52 Rentals)


The Drake

Lofts on 34th

Beaverdale Housing LLC

Old Main & Drake Apartments

University Place Lofts

Total Monthly Price
936 42nd St, Unit A

1122 27th St

2805 Kingman Ave

2717 College Ave
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1617 34th St

1300 34th St

2805 Cottage Grove Ave

3519 University Ave

4004 University

Mirell Flats

2915 Cottage Grove

1247 33rd St

2901 Rutland Ave

2806 Brattleboro Ave
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1240 32nd St

2841 Kingman Blvd

2817 Cottage Grove Ave.

3420 Kingman Blvd

3932 University Ave

3330 University Ave

1504 28th St

The Cutler

1113 24th St

Center Park Apartments
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1123 24th

Drake Collection

Kingman Apartments

JK Sully 1075

1069 33rd St

University Terrace Apartments

1414 30th St

Chetwynd Apartments

University Park Apartments

Kingman Gardens
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Drake West Village

University West Apartments

Kingstone Apartments 2

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

Drake Terrace

Drake Court

Kingman Blvd Apartments

Drake Pointe

1137 26th St

Yocum Apartments
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Studio Apartments | $976 | $690 | $1,912 |
| Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $695 | $1,656 |
Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $825 | $1,800 |
| Drake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,350 | $1,495 |
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There are currently 52 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Drake area of Des Moines, IA is found at Canary Lofts and is listed at 964 square feet priced from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canary Lofts | 2 Bedroom D | 964 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| University Place Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 870 Sq Ft | $870 |
| Kingstone Apartments 2 | 2BR/1.0BA | 783 Sq Ft | $950 |
| 4004 University | 2BR/1.0BA | 725 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 2 bed 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $870 |
| Lofts on 34th | 2BR/1.0BA | 624 Sq Ft | $950 |
Cheapest Available Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Drake of Des Moines, IA is the 2 Bed - 1 Bath Model starting from $699 at Drake West Village. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Drake is currently $1,143. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Drake West Village | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | $699 |
| University Place Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $870 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 2 bed 1 bath | $870 |
| Lofts on 34th | 2BR/1.0BA | $950 |
| 4004 University | 2BR/1.0BA | $950 |
| Kingstone Apartments 2 | 2BR/1.0BA | $950 |
| Canary Lofts | 2 Bedroom D | $1,395 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Drake Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Drake with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Drake is at Drake West Village listed at $699.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Drake Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Drake is $1,143.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Drake Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake is a 964 square feet unit starting from $1,395 at Canary Lofts.
What is the average size for Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Drake is currently 804 sq ft.
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