
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (90 Rentals)


Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker @ Seventh

Velocity

Fourth And Court

Randolph Apartments

The Des Moines Building

District at 6th Apartments
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The Equitable Building

The Fleming Building

Level

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Vine Street Lofts

Wilkins Bldg
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Riverview Oaks Apartments

College Hill Apartments

East Village Square

The Scott at East Village

Civic Center Court Apartments
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Woodland Meadows

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Maverick Apartments

Highland Park Apartments

1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 4
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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 | $865 | $595 | $1,732 |
East End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $597 | $3,655 |
| East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $747 | $2,176 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $975 | $2,400 |
| East End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,837 | $1,219 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 90 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East End Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 District at 6th Apartments and is listed at 1,052 square feet priced from $1,594. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| District at 6th Apartments | Zox II | 1,052 Sq Ft | $1,594 |
| The Elliott | Fully Furnished 1 BDRM | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| The Equitable Building | Waltz | 860 Sq Ft | $1,398 |
| Velocity | A13 | 811 Sq Ft | $1,467 |
| Velocity | A13 | 811 Sq Ft | $1,467 |
| 219 E Grand | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 804 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| The Griffin Building | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 796 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $800 |
| Vine Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 682 Sq Ft | $1,022 |
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 $1,138. 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 Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | $725 |
| The Elliott | 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| The Lyon | 1 Bed Standard (T): Floors 1-2 | $777 |
| Woodland Meadows | Super Deluxe 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| Maverick Apartments | 1/1 | $799 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | $800 |
| East Village Square | 1x1-676 | $850 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast End, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #34
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East End, Des Moines, IA
Garton Elementary
East High School
Hiatt Middle School
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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
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 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 $1,138.
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 1,052 square feet unit starting from $1,594 at District at 6th Apartments.
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 583 sq ft.
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