
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (96 Rentals)


418 East Grand

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker @ Seventh

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Velocity

R&T Lofts

Fourth And Court

The Equitable Building
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The Lyon

The Fleming Building

East Village Square

The Elliott

Metro Lofts

The Des Moines Building

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219 E Grand

City Square Lofts
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Vine Street Lofts

The Griffin Building

E300

Carbon 550

Northtown Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Court Ave Lofts

College Hill Apartments

Civic Center Court Apartments
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Capitol Heights

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The Scott at East Village

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Maverick Apartments

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Highland Park Apartments

324 E 6th St, Unit 324

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1400 E Walnut St, Unit SI ID1534873P

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1400 E Walnut St, Unit SI ID1534876P

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400 Walnut St, Unit SI ID1285755P
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350 E Locust St

3419 1st St

614 Douglas Ave

2220 E Walnut St

2342 E 13th St

2636.5 Capitol Ave

3905 8th St

La Placita on East Grand

The Klein Building

Larnerd Apartments
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East End, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East End Studio Apartments | $899 | $480 | $1,457 |
East End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $480 | $2,878 |
| East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $695 | $4,055 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $975 | $2,673 |
| East End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
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Largest Available East End 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the East End area of Des Moines, IA is found at Mezzo on Walnut and is listed at 1,090 square feet priced from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezzo on Walnut | Scala | 1,090 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Velocity | A20 | 1,026 Sq Ft | $1,826 |
| Velocity | A20 | 1,026 Sq Ft | $1,826 |
| R&T Lofts | Source | 989 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| The Equitable Building | Waltz | 860 Sq Ft | $1,386 |
| City Square Lofts | A5 | 757 Sq Ft | $1,309 |
| Rowat Lofts Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Steel | 752 Sq Ft | $1,205 |
| The Des Moines Building | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 712 Sq Ft | $884 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $800 |
| Vine Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Affordable | 682 Sq Ft | $982 |
Cheapest Available East End 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit East End of Des Moines, IA is the Standard 1 Bed Model starting from $597 at Highland Park Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East End is currently $1,163. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | $725 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $745 |
| The Elliott | 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | $800 |
| The Des Moines Building | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | $884 |
| East Village Square | Andre -Affordable | $900 |
| The Parker @ Seventh | PRK A1 Artisan | $915 |
| The Lyon | 1 Bed Standard (T): Floors 3-11 | $947 |
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Best Local Schools in East End, Des Moines, IA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East End Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East End with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in East End is at Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East End Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East End is $1,163.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East End Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East End is a 1,090 square feet unit starting from $2,150 at Mezzo on Walnut.
What is the average size for East End 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East End is currently 675 sq ft.
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