
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (103 Rentals)


Legacy Meadows

The Drake

Northtown Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing!

University Village

Forest Avenue Village

The Grove at Hickman

Beaverdale Housing LLC
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Alley Landing

The 2800 Residences

Old Main & Drake Apartments

University Place Lofts

New Haven Apartments

Highland Park Apartments

1215 25th St

1215 25th St, Unit 1
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1211 34th St

2530 University Ave

614 Douglas Ave

2303 E 9th St

3903 University Ave

1421 E Madison Ave

The Klein Building

1364 Idaho St

1312 22nd St

1100 Euclid Ave
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614 Douglas Ave

3840 15th St

1349 Harrison Ave

1240 32nd St

1724 8th St

2832 Brattleboro Avenue

3434 University Ave

3420 Oxford St

1615 Arlington Ave

Ayrshire Apartments
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Mirell Flats

2926 Brattleboro Ave

Douglas Manor Apartments

1101 NW Aurora Ave

1311 E 9th St

1131 22nd St

1504 28th St

1700 E 9th St

3015 30th St

1144 36th 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 | $882 | $480 | $2,491 |
Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $867 | $480 | $2,394 |
| Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $745 | $1,715 |
| Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $1,100 | $1,584 |
| Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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There are currently 103 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 | |
| Legacy Meadows | A2 Classic | 700 Sq Ft | $760 |
| 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 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $725 |
| Clover Creek | 1/1 - Classic | 591 Sq Ft | $597 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 550 Sq Ft | $597 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 550 Sq Ft | $597 |
| 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 $867. 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 |
| Clover Creek | 1/1 - Classic | $597 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| The 2800 Residences | 2nd Floor - 1 Bed | $675 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | $725 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $745 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | $750 |
| Legacy Meadows | A2 Classic | $760 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $975 |
| Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing! | 1 BR | $1,125 |
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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 $867.
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 610 sq ft.
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