Homes for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $1,500 (133 Rentals)

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property at 1801 E 12th St

$1,500

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1801 E 12th St

Des MoinesIA50316
property at 1217 Filmore St

$1,474

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$1,474
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$1,474

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1217 Filmore St

Des MoinesIA50316
property at 3212 57th St

$1,410

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$1,410
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$1,410

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 21

3212 57th St

Des MoinesIA50310

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 611 19th St

$1,350

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$1,350
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

611 19th St

Des MoinesIA50309

Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Des Moines and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joseph Isenberg

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property at 4200 Enden Ln

$1,275

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$1,275
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4200 Enden Ln

Des MoinesIA50317

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property at 2000 Meadow Ct

$1,175 - $1,295

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2000 Meadow Ct

Des MoinesIA50320
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines

May 14, 2025

Many 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 1298 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $480 to $4,055. There are also 240 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines ranging from $550 to $4,200.

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 $550 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,027.

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 $685 to $3,301, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,045 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $560.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.