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418 East Grand
418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Parker @ Seventh
615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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District at 6th Apartments
201 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vine Street Lofts
101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Northtown Apartments
3830 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Riverview Oaks Apartments
1420 Pennsylvania AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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College Hill Apartments
921 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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East Village Square
333 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Scott at East Village
700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maverick Apartments
1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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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+ |
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There are currently 88 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the East End area of Des Moines, IA is found at R&T Lofts and is listed at 834 square feet priced from $1,020. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| R&T Lofts | Copy | 834 Sq Ft | $1,020 |
| Fourth And Court | Studio + Walkout | 674 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| District at 6th Apartments | Miller | 596 Sq Ft | $1,052 |
| City Square Lofts | S3 | 570 Sq Ft | $865 |
| Tempo East Village | Hudson (Studio Type 2) | 555 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Velocity | S5 | 525 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Velocity | S5 | 525 Sq Ft | $850 |
| The Griffin Building | Studio | 518 Sq Ft | $800 |
| The Parker @ Seventh | PRK S1 | 495 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | 480 Sq Ft | $695 |
Cheapest Available East End Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit East End of Des Moines, IA is the Studio Model starting from $595 at Northtown Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in East End is currently $865. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Northtown Apartments | Studio | $595 |
| The Fleming Building | #2 - Studio | $695 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | $695 |
| City Square Lofts | S1 | $755 |
| 418 East Grand | Studio - The Flow | $755 |
| Rowat Lofts Apartments | Studio - Onyx | $780 |
| The Des Moines Building | S1 | $795 |
| The Griffin Building | Studio | $800 |
| Randolph Apartments | The Polk | $822 |
| Velocity | S5 | $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
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (455)
2 out of 10
East High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2040)
2 out of 10
Hiatt Middle School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (529)
1 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, 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 proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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 Studio East End Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East End with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in East End is at Northtown Apartments listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Studio East End Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in East End is $865.
What is the largest available Studio East End Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East End is a 834 square feet unit starting from $1,020 at R&T Lofts.
What is the average size for East End Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in East End is currently 420 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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