
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (51 Rentals)


1219 34th St

Forest Avenue Village

Beaverdale Housing LLC

Forest Ave Townhomes

Old Main & Drake Apartments

University Place Lofts

1424 Beaver Ave

2717 Meek Ave
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3724 University Ave

901 41st St

3519 University Ave

Center Park Apartments

1113 24th St

Mirell Flats

2915 Cottage Grove

1247 33rd St

2901 Rutland Ave
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2806 Brattleboro Ave

1504 28th St

The Cutler

3330 University Ave

3932 University Ave

2841 Kingman Blvd

2817 Cottage Grove Ave.

3420 Kingman Blvd

1240 32nd St

Kingman Gardens
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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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2813 Cottage Grove Ave

Drake Terrace

Drake Court

Kingman Blvd Apartments

Drake Pointe

1411 Beaver Ave

Yocum Apartments

1137 26th St

1110 29th St
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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 | $921 | $525 | $1,984 |
| Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,111 | $695 | $1,984 |
Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $825 | $1,750 |
| Drake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $1,584 | $1,775 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 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 Forest Ave Townhomes and is listed at 1,088 square feet priced from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ave Townhomes | 2 BR 1.5 BA | 1,088 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| University Place Lofts | 1,004 Sq Ft | $1,050 | |
| Canary Lofts | 2 Bedroom D | 964 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 2 bed 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $870 |
| The Drake | C2 | 693 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Drake of Des Moines, IA is the C2 Model starting from $825 at The Drake. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Drake is currently $1,190. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Drake | C2 | $825 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 2 bed 1 bath | $870 |
| Forest Ave Townhomes | 2 BR 1.5 BA | $1,550 |
| Canary Lofts | 2 Bedroom B | $1,645 |
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 The Drake listed at $825.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Drake Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Drake is $1,190.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Drake Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake is a 1,088 square feet unit starting from $1,550 at Forest Ave Townhomes.
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