1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (147 Rentals)

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2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311

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 943 square feet priced from $1,377. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
VelocityA16943 Sq Ft$1,377
VelocityA16943 Sq Ft$1,377
VueA5849 Sq Ft$1,140
LevelA6828 Sq Ft$1,555
University Place Lofts800 Sq Ft$900
The Scott at East VillageOne Bedroom Suite714 Sq Ft$927
Legacy ApartmentsA2 Classic700 Sq Ft$760
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Deluxe 1 Bed680 Sq Ft$597
The ElmhurstModel C600 Sq Ft$865

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 $990. 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
Kingman Gardens1BR$715
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom$730
Beaverdale Housing LLC1 bed 1 bath$750
The Grove at Hickman1x1$755
Legacy ApartmentsA2 Classic$760
Alley LandingOne Bedroom$790
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom$799

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Prospect Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #29

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

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 $990.

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 943 square feet unit starting from $1,377 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 577 sq ft.

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