
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the River Bend Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (18 Rentals)


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River Bend, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Bend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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River Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
River Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $861 | $795 | $895 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Bend Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Bend, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #75
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the River Bend Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 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 River Bend Apartments
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom River Bend Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in River Bend is a square feet unit at .
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
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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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