
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Des Moines, IA (66 Rentals)


4800 Lower Beaver Rd

1335 39th Street, Unit 1335 39th

1413 63rd St

1322 Randall Pl

1343 Keosauqua Way

1334 32nd St
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1334 32nd St

904 Luster Ln

2300 Beaver Ave

1067 21st St

2300 Beaver Ave

35 Hillside Ave

2000 Meadow Ct
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2323 E Porter Ave

3330 52nd St

3312 SE 5th St

2905 67th St

4155 53rd St

6803 SW 16th St

1229 Merle Hay Rd

121 Bell Ave

1919 Pleasant St

1923 Allison Ave

323 E Wall Ave

1212 West St
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3814 8th Pl

2202 62nd St

1805 24th Dr

6118 SW 2nd St

7106 SW 16th St

4912 SW 13th St

1229 McKinley Ave

1831 Logan Ave

1227 McKinley Ave

2626 Des Moines St

3919 14th St
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1408 Euclid Ave

5322 Ingersoll Ave

926 41st St

2210 36th St

1717 Olive Ave

4524 Waveland Ct

2301 Redmond Ave

2307 Redmond Ave

177 52nd St

3039 SW Arlan Ln
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,310 | $825 | $2,400 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,913 | $1,150 | $3,000 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,341 | $1,495 | $3,795 |
Des Moines 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,722 | $2,595 | $2,850 |
Des Moines 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,895 | $1,895 | $1,895 |
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Des Moines, IA Area Reviews
Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines
May 14, 2025Many residents prefer the western suburbs or more distant communities like Indianola, Boone, Ames, or Newton. Certainly those are all viable options.I would never pick Des Moines for its schools, for example. But the city has many fine neighborhoods which are worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in Des Moines?
There are currently 1282 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $547 to $4,991. There are also 195 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines ranging from $560 to $3,795.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Des Moines ranges from $560 to $3,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,711.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Des Moines?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Des Moines range from $736 to $4,991, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.
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