1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (145 Rentals)

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Kingman Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Flats on 21st
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The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Prospect Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Prospect Park 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Prospect Park area of Des Moines, IA is found at Velocity and is listed at 1,026 square feet . Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
VelocityA201,026 Sq FtCall for Rates
VelocityA201,026 Sq FtCall for Rates
VueA3813 Sq Ft$1,419
University Place Lofts800 Sq Ft$900
LevelA2767 Sq Ft$1,395
Legacy Apartments1BR/1.0BA700 Sq Ft$760
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Deluxe 1 Bed680 Sq Ft$597
East Village Square1x1-676676 Sq Ft$850
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom650 Sq Ft$730
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom650 Sq Ft$695

Cheapest Available Prospect Park 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Prospect Park of Des Moines, IA is the Standard 1 Bed Model starting from $547 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM). The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Prospect Park is currently $1,389. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed$547
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$675
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$695
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom$695
1333 22nd Street1BR/1.0BA$725
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$730
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom$730
Beaverdale Housing LLC1 bed 1 bath$750
Legacy Apartments1BR/1.0BA$760
Oakview TerraceOne Bedroom$780

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Prospect Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #52

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Des Moines, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Prospect Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Prospect Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Prospect Park with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Prospect Park is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $547.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Prospect Park Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Prospect Park is $1,389.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Prospect Park Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Prospect Park is a 1,026 square feet unit at Velocity.

What is the average size for Prospect Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Prospect Park is currently 656 sq ft.

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