
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (97 Rentals)


The Drake Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Northtown Apartments

Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing!

University Village

Beaverdale Housing LLC

The Grove at Hickman

Woodland Meadows

Alley Landing
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New Haven Apartments

1333 22nd Street

Old Main & Drake Apartments

University Place Lofts

Highland Park Apartments

1120 E 6th St apt 3

1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 4

1614 Arlington Ave

3225 5th Ave

2303 E 9th St
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3614 6th Ave

3326 University Ave

Cottonwood Apartments

1710 Oakland Ave

715 Hickman Rd

1159 22nd St

1700 E 9th St

3015 30th St

1144 36th St

2003 Washington Ave
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1209-1213 23rd

3318 Forest Ave

1724 8th St

1314 22nd St

6th and Hickman Apartments

1415 34th St

1518 6th Ave

335 Forest Ave

6th and Hickman Apartments

1621 9th St

1213 Jefferson Ave

3330 University Ave

1169 22nd St

1316 22nd St

1424 9th St

1195 NW Aurora Ave

Mirell Flats

3420 Oxford St

Ayrshire Apartments

1240 32nd St
Oak Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Studio Apartments | $771 | $575 | $1,020 |
Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $827 | $597 | $1,125 |
| Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $951 | $747 | $1,550 |
| Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $1,100 | $1,625 |
| Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,295 | $2,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Oak Park area of Des Moines, IA is found at University Place Lofts and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Place Lofts | 800 Sq Ft | $900 | |
| Highland Park Apartments | Deluxe 1 Bed | 680 Sq Ft | $647 |
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Deluxe 1 Bed | 680 Sq Ft | $647 |
| Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing! | 1 BR | 675 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $745 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 646 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | 550 Sq Ft | $750 |
Cheapest Available Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Oak Park of Des Moines, IA is the Standard 1 Bed Model starting from $597 at Highland Park Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Oak Park is currently $827. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Clover Creek | 1/1 - Classic | $685 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | $695 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $745 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | $750 |
| The Drake Apartments | B1 | $775 |
| Woodland Meadows | Super Deluxe 1 Bedroom | $795 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Oak Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Oak Park with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Oak Park is at Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Oak Park Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oak Park is $827.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Oak Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oak Park is a 800 square feet unit starting from $900 at University Place Lofts.
What is the average size for Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oak Park is currently 612 sq ft.
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