Apartments for Rent in the Kirkwood Glen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (649 Rentals)

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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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Kirkwood Glen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa including Kirkwood Glen, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have a son or daughter (or both!) when you rent. Amongst all of the communities in Des Moines, this residential submarket has emerged as one of our preferred communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the most respected education.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and green spaces? Kirkwood Glen is providing first-class access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area is one of our favorite luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs and cats? this part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kirkwood Glen

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Kirkwood Glen area of Des Moines, IA?

As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 649 available Kirkwood Glen apartments priced from $480 to $5,835, with an average monthly rent of $1,263.

How much are Studio apartments in Kirkwood Glen?

There are currently 339 Studio Apartments in Kirkwood Glen with rent ranges from $480 to $2,061 with an average price of $907.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kirkwood Glen Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kirkwood Glen ranges from $480 to $5,835 with an average monthly rent of $1,194.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirkwood Glen cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kirkwood Glen range from $745 to $2,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,492.

How expensive are Kirkwood Glen Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kirkwood Glen on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $2,709 - averaging $1,855 for the location.

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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.