917 Maury St
Des MoinesIA50309
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1921 E 21st St
Des MoinesIA50317
824 Hartford Ave
Des MoinesIA50315
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Des MoinesIA50317
236 E 23rd St
Des MoinesIA50317
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Des MoinesIA50316
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1858 E Park Ave
Des MoinesIA50320
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East Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in East Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,162 | $995 | $1,385 |
| East Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,195 | $1,195 | $1,195 |
| East Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available East Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $627. Pioneer Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $690. Here are the most affordable East Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Hill | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Des Moines, IA
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Des Moines area is the $1.09 price per square foot CA-C4 Income Restricted Model at Court Ave Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value East Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom - A Model at Harbach Lofts starting at $1,497 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Ave Lofts | CA-C4 Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Harbach Lofts | 2 Bedroom - A | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Sutton Hill | B3 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Elliott | Fully Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
| District at 6th Apartments | McBride | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| Tempo East Village | Crosby (Studio Type 1) | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East Des Moines?
There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in East Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $668 to $2,956. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Des Moines ranging from $950 to $1,595.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Des Moines ranges from $950 to $1,595 with an average monthly rent of $1,225.
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