1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (75 Rentals)

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The Maverick
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Maverick

1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Luther Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Luther Park Apartments

2824 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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The Soho Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Soho Lofts

400 E Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rose Glen
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Glen

2808 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Velocity
1 Bedroom Apartments

Velocity

200 Des Moines StDes Moines, IA 50309
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1710 Oakland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1710 Oakland Ave

1710 Oakland AveDes Moines, IA 50314

East End, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 City Square Lofts and is listed at 1,282 square feet priced from $1,372. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
City Square LoftsA81,282 Sq Ft$1,372
District at 6th ApartmentsZox II1,052 Sq Ft$1,529
VelocityA191,012 Sq Ft$1,607
VelocityA191,012 Sq Ft$1,607
The ElliottFully Furnished 1 BDRM1,000 Sq Ft$1,295
Wilkins BldgMarket Rate961 Sq Ft$1,250
LevelA6828 Sq Ft$1,525
Rowat LoftsA6 With Den - Ivory778 Sq Ft$1,195
R&T LoftsTearsheet762 Sq Ft$1,050
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom700 Sq Ft$800

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 $547 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM). The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East End is currently $1,206. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed$547
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$675
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$695
The Elliott1 Bedroom$775
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom$800
East Village Square1x1-676$850
The Scott at East VillageOne Bedroom$919
Metro Lofts1 Bedroom$975
The Des Moines BuildingA4$989

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East End, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #25

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the East End Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 (DSM) listed at $547.

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 $1,206.

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 1,282 square feet unit starting from $1,372 at City Square Lofts.

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 710 sq ft.

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