Apartments for Rent in the Salisbury Oaks Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (467 Rentals)

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Salisbury Oaks, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #21

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West 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 proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with a son or daughter (or both!)? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Des Moines, this residential area has risen to be amongst the finest communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to the most respected school districts.

Outdoors Rating

Love parks and green spaces? this residential neighborhood ranks as providing fantastic access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area of town has come to be one of the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salisbury Oaks

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Salisbury Oaks area of Des Moines, IA?

As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 467 available Salisbury Oaks apartments priced from $595 to $2,894, with an average monthly rent of $1,134.

How much are Studio apartments in Salisbury Oaks?

There are currently 231 Studio Apartments in Salisbury Oaks with rent ranges from $595 to $1,912 with an average price of $883.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Salisbury Oaks Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Salisbury Oaks ranges from $595 to $2,217 with an average monthly rent of $1,126.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Salisbury Oaks cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Salisbury Oaks range from $750 to $2,894. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,312.

How expensive are Salisbury Oaks Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 26 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Salisbury Oaks on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,475 - averaging $1,223 for the location.

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