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Drake, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Studio Apartments | $1,148 | $710 | $1,818 |
| Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $730 | $1,906 |
| Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $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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Cheapest Available Drake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Drake area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Beaverdale Housing LLC priced from $710. The Drake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Drake apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Forest Avenue Village | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Old Main & Drake Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| 3000 Grand Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Canary Lofts | S1 - Studio A | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| 2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Imperial Grand Prix | Grand Prix 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Rowat Lofts | S6 - Gypsum With Alcove | Studio,1BA | $962 |
| Soll | S1 - Do | Studio,1BA | $1,066 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Drake, IA
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Drake area is the $0.82 price per square foot 2 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Drake apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at High Street Lofts starting at $1,625 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Drake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| High Street Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Vue | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Imperial Grand Prix | Grand Prix 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Ingersoll Square Lofts | 2A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 3000 Grand Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.46 |
| Forest Avenue Village | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Old Main & Drake Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
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 Cheap Drake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Drake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Drake is at Beaverdale Housing LLC listed at $710.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Drake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Drake Apartment is $730 at The Drake.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Drake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Drake is starting from $825 at The Drake.
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