
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (106 Rentals)


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Tempo East Village

Velocity

R&T Lofts

The Equitable Building

High Street Lofts

The Lyon

The Des Moines Building

219 E Grand
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Level

The Griffin Building

Carbon 550

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Riverview Oaks Apartments

College Hill Apartments

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The Scott at East Village

East Village Square
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Woodland Meadows

The Elmhurst

Maverick Apartments

High Street Brickstone

Pleasant Court

Highland Park Apartments

1400 E Walnut St, Unit SI ID1036842P
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1400 E Walnut St, Unit SI ID1036793P

400 Walnut St, Unit SI ID1285755P

614 Douglas Ave

2303 E 9th St

2220 E Walnut St

1421 E Madison Ave

La Placita on East Grand

e5w Building

The Klein Building

3420 Oxford St
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3840 15th St

1195 NW Aurora Ave

6th and Hickman Apartments

1424 9th St

1621 9th St

1710 Oakland Ave

335 Forest Ave

614 Douglas Ave

1518 6th Ave

1213 Jefferson Ave
Union Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Park Studio Apartments | $867 | $480 | $1,355 |
Union Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $480 | $3,117 |
| Union Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $767 | $2,350 |
| Union Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,095 | $2,624 |
| Union Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,544 | $1,291 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 106 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Union Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Union Park area of Des Moines, IA is found at R&T Lofts and is listed at 1,226 square feet priced from $1,475. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| R&T Lofts | Op Ed 3 | 1,226 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| Velocity | A22 | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,806 |
| Velocity | A22 | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,806 |
| Level | A11 - With Den | 915 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Vue | A5 | 849 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
| City Square Lofts | A2 | 700 Sq Ft | $1,110 |
| High Street Brickstone | One Bedroom | 670 Sq Ft | $885 |
| 219 E Grand | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 648 Sq Ft | $1,205 |
| The Elmhurst | Model C | 600 Sq Ft | $865 |
| The Des Moines Building | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 576 Sq Ft | $864 |
Cheapest Available Union Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Union 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 Union Park is currently $1,139. 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 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | $597 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $745 |
| Pleasant Court | 1 Bedroom | $799 |
| Maverick Apartments | 1/1 | $799 |
| East Village Square | 1x1-676 | $850 |
| The Des Moines Building | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | $864 |
| The Elmhurst | Model C | $865 |
| High Street Brickstone | One Bedroom | $885 |
| The Scott at East Village | One Bedroom | $907 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Union Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
Hiatt Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Union Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Union Park with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Union Park is at Highland Park Apartments listed at $597.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Union Park Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Union Park is $1,139.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Union Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Union Park is a 1,226 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at R&T Lofts.
What is the average size for Union Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Union Park is currently 656 sq ft.
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