Apartments for Rent with Specials in the East End Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (16 Rentals)

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Apartments in the East End area of Des Moines with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Rowat Lofts Apartments
Rent Specials
$805 - $1,490Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1 Month Free Rent on 12–17 month leases OR 2 Months Free Rent on 18+ month leases! Don’t miss your chance to lock in big
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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418 East Grand
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$755 - $1,410Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign your lease at 418 East Grand within 24 hours and receive 6 months FREE parking. Additionally 1 month free rent is happenin
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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R&T Lofts
Rent Specials
$899 - $1,800Special Offer
Specials Ask us how to get up to two (2) months FREE!
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R&T Lofts

717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
Rent Specials
$883 - $1,945Special Offer
Specials Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you apply by 10/31. A 12+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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$815 - $1,025Special Offer
1 Month Free ? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-ti
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
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$972 - $2,787Special Offer
Specials Fall in love with your new home at Velocity! Move-in by October 31st and enjoy $2,000 RENT CREDIT when you sign a 12+month lease! T
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
Rent Specials
$795 - $1,340Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign a new lease and enjoy 2 MONTHS FREE with an 18-month lease, or ONE MONTH FREE with a 12-month lease on select homes. *Spec
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Level
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$1,370 - $4,420Special Offer
2 Months Free Take advantage of our limited-time fall pricing, plus, receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you rent one of our eligible apartments wi
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Level

220 Maple StDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
Rent Specials
$1,150 - $1,950Special Offer
Specials 12 MONTHS FREE PARKING CREDIT ($1,400 VALUE) ON SELECT UNITS (527, 524, 520 516, 513, 507, 413)
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219 E Grand

219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vine Street Lofts
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$965 - $1,297Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you move in by November 15th! Terms & conditions apply. 12-month leases or longer.
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Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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3614 6th Ave
Rent Specials
$1,395Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 month free when signing a 13 month lease on Unit #1
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3614 6th Ave

3614 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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The Scott at East Village
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$699 - $1,664Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy up to six weeks free. Restrictions apply. Talk to a leasing agent for details. The Right Price Promise is simple. The pri
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The Scott at East Village

700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)
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$800 - $1,250Special Offer
Specials Our homes, (yes, you have your own private yard, your own four walls, park next to your home--no common hallways, no big parking lo
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)

4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Maverick Apartments
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$695 - $799Special Offer
Specials 1/2 off 2nd month's rent with a signed 12-month lease! Applies to Studio Units only. Call for details.
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Maverick Apartments

1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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East End, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Top Des Moines Apartments in the East End Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 10-15-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top East End, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

3614 6th Ave

Receive 1 month free when signing a 13 month lease on Unit #1Expires 10-15-2025

Vine Street Lofts

Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you move in by November 15th! Terms & conditions apply. 12-month leases or longer.Expires 10-16-2025

Wilkins Bldg

1 Month Free Rent On 12 Month Lease!Expires 10-16-2025

Velocity

Fall in love with your new home at Velocity! Move-in by October 31st and enjoy $2,000 RENT CREDIT when you sign a 12+month lease! This limited-time offer is the perfect opportunity to save big on your new home. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-16-2025

Level

Take advantage of our limited-time fall pricing, plus, receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you rent one of our eligible apartments with an 18-month lease. Must move-in by October 14th, 2025. *Limited reduced rates are also available on 9+ month lease terms. Dont miss this seasonal savings opportunity! Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-16-2025

R&T Lofts

Ask us how to get up to two (2) months FREE!Expires 10-16-2025

219 E Grand

12 MONTHS FREE PARKING CREDIT ($1,400 VALUE) ON SELECT UNITS (527, 524, 520 516, 513, 507, 413)Expires 10-16-2025

The Des Moines Building

Sign a new lease and enjoy 2 MONTHS FREE with an 18-month lease, or ONE MONTH FREE with a 12-month lease on select homes. *Specials apply to select floor plans only. Two-bedroom homes are not included. Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-16-2025

The Scott at East Village

Enjoy up to six weeks free. Restrictions apply. Talk to a leasing agent for details. The Right Price Promise is simple. The price we show is the rent you pay. You’ll be amazed by all the perks included in your rent. Each month, you’ll pay your rent and utilities. Anything more is optional.Expires 10-16-2025

Randolph Apartments

Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you apply by 10/31. A 12+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.Expires 10-16-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in East End, IA

Specials updated: 10-15-2025

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.

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

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 on upscale properties. We are NOT subsidized by your children and grandchildren's taxes. No upper limit income restrictions.Expires 01-01-2027

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Enjoy 1 Month Free Rent on 12–17 month leases OR 2 Months Free Rent on 18+ month leases! Don’t miss your chance to lock in big savings. Contact our office for more details and schedule a tour today to take advantage of this special offer. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2025

418 East Grand

Sign your lease at 418 East Grand within 24 hours and receive 6 months FREE parking. Additionally 1 month free rent is happening at 418 E Grand as well! Contact our office for more details. Schedule your tour now and make it yours!Expires 03-31-2026

The Fleming Building

? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer — experience modern living in the heart of downtown while enjoying unbeatable savings. ?? Fleming Building ?? Call today to schedule a tour!Expires 02-28-2026

Civic Center Court Apartments

1 month free with a 13 month lease on select units. Call for details, certain restrictions apply.Expires 10-31-2025

Maverick Apartments

1/2 off 2nd month's rent with a signed 12-month lease! Applies to Studio Units only. Call for details.Expires 10-31-2025

219 E Grand

12 MONTHS FREE PARKING CREDIT ($1,400 VALUE) ON SELECT UNITS (527, 524, 520 516, 513, 507, 413)Expires 10-16-2025

The Des Moines Building

Sign a new lease and enjoy 2 MONTHS FREE with an 18-month lease, or ONE MONTH FREE with a 12-month lease on select homes. *Specials apply to select floor plans only. Two-bedroom homes are not included. Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-16-2025

Randolph Apartments

Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you apply by 10/31. A 12+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.Expires 10-16-2025

The Scott at East Village

Enjoy up to six weeks free. Restrictions apply. Talk to a leasing agent for details. The Right Price Promise is simple. The price we show is the rent you pay. You’ll be amazed by all the perks included in your rent. Each month, you’ll pay your rent and utilities. Anything more is optional.Expires 10-16-2025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East End, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #36

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 Rent Specials East End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in East End?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in East End is at Maverick Apartments listed at $695.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials East End Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in East End is $1,294.

What is the largest Rent Specials East End Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in East End is a 1,795 square feet unit starting from $1,370 at Level.

What is the average size for East End Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in East End is currently at 570 sq ft.

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