
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (60 Rentals)


The Village at Grays Lake

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

Evergreen Terrace

Finn Apartments

Park Indy Rowhomes!

Fort Des Moines

Watrous Apartments

The Oaks

Sunburst
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Park Forest

Somerset

Sutton Hill

Valley Acres Apartments

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Southbrook Green

The Hampton Meadows

3131 Fleur Dr, Unit Park Fleur Condo - 104

2825 SE 14th St

2825 SE 14th St

2825 SE 14th St

2825 SE 14th St

2825 SE 14th St
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1211 Lewis Ave

3154 Indianola Ave

3815 SW 9th St

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904 Luster Ln

The Meadows

1325 Pleasant View Dr

900 Elder Ln

14 E Payton Ave

808 McKinley Ave
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2617 SW 9th St

Meredith Homes

South View Apartments

Libertad Des Moines

Casady Apartments

Southern Park Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

Bell Terrace Apartments

Stanton Apartments

Shelly Rose Estates
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Fort Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Des Moines Studio Apartments | $765 | $765 | $765 |
Fort Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $650 | $1,125 |
| Fort Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $747 | $1,550 |
| Fort Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $1,100 | $1,610 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Fort Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Fort Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is found at Willow Bend and is listed at 801 square feet priced from $895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | 801 Sq Ft | $895 |
| The Village at Grays Lake | 1bdwalkout | 750 Sq Ft | $1,075 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A MKT | 725 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Park Indy Rowhomes! | 1 BR | 715 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | Up to 2 Months Free Rent Call Today! | 680 Sq Ft | $675 |
| Somerset | A2 | 672 Sq Ft | $903 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 650 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | 648 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 626 Sq Ft | $850 |
Cheapest Available Fort Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Fort Des Moines of Des Moines, IA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $650 at Valley Acres Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Fort Des Moines is currently $840. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | Up to 2 Months Free Rent Call Today! | $675 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | $705 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | $735 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor | A2wv_MANOR | $795 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | $810 |
| Elmcrest | 1 Bedroom | $845 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | $850 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | $875 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Fort Des Moines Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fort Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fort Des Moines is $840.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fort Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fort Des Moines is a 801 square feet unit starting from $895 at Willow Bend.
What is the average size for Fort Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fort Des Moines is currently 815 sq ft.
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