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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East End Studio Apartments | $909 | $480 | $1,457 |
| East End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $480 | $3,136 |
| East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $650 | $4,055 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $975 | $2,673 |
| East End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East End Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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13-month Lease, one-month freeExpires 06-14-2026
1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!Expires 06-14-2026
Receive 2 months free & 1 month of free parking if you move in by 6/30. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 06-14-2026
Enjoy six weeks free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires 06-14-2026
1 Month Free on a 13 Month LeaseExpires 06-14-2026
Right now, receive TWO WEEKS FREE on a 13-15 month lease. Move into your new home by June 30th. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 06-14-2026
Receive 50% off your first four months if you apply by July 1! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease to qualify.Expires 06-14-2026
1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease For Studio & 2 Bedroom Units!Expires 06-14-2026
1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!Expires 06-14-2026
Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by 6/30. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 06-14-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in East End, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Our homes, (yes, you have your own private yard, your own four walls, park next to your home--no common hallways, no big parking lots, no bugs, smells of fires coming from the neighbor(s) whose wall you share. All this for $$$hundreds of dollars less than smaller apartments. We don't rely on rent specials that disappear to draw you in. We rely on rock bottom prices with upscale properties. We are NOT subsidized by your children and grandchildren's taxes. No upper limit income restrictions. Grand Homes prefers that interested parties make both email and voicemail contacts.Expires 01-01-2027
Experience modern living in the heart of downtown Des Moines. 418 East Grand offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with efficient layouts, airy finishes, and smart storage—perfect for a connected urban lifestyle.Expires 12-31-2026
Rowat Lofts offers spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes, high ceilings, and thoughtful layouts in the heart of Des Moines’ energetic East Village. Enjoy perks like on-site parking, a fitness center, theater room, and community courtyard—just steps from shopping, dining, and entertainment.Expires 12-31-2026
Experience urban living in the heart of Iowa’s capital at The Des Moines Building. Located steps from dining, entertainment, cultural attractions, and everyday conveniences, this community combines modern design with downtown accessibility to support your lifestyle.Expires 12-31-2026
Summer Special - Sign a lease by July to get $500 your first 2 monthsExpires 06-30-2026
Receive 1 Month Free If You Sign a 12 Month Lease by 6/15/2026Expires 06-15-2026
One month free when you sign a 12 month lease! Must sign by 6/18/2026!Expires 06-18-2026
SOAK UP SUMMER SAVINGS! Live Free Until July 1st, Call us for details!Expires 06-30-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in East End is at Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in East End is $1,133.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in East End is a 2,114 square feet unit starting from $703 at City Square Lofts.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in East End is currently at 495 sq ft.
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