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643-651 31st St

3936 University Ave

715 Hickman Rd

1331 24th St

6th and Hickman Apartments

6th and Hickman Apartments

1316 34th St

2931 Kingman Blvd

1316 22nd St

Cottonwood Apartments

4526 University Ave

Redwood Apartments I

5311 Madison Ave

3705 University Ave

670 18th St

Sears Place

906 Lyon St

6310 Urbandale Ave

658 17th St

821 19th St

2906 Cottage Grove Ave

1083 22nd St

2919 Cottage Grove Ave

Lexington Apartments

2650 Cottage Grove Ave

2936 Brattleboro Ave

Navarre Apartments

6th and Hickman Apartments

Hartford Manor

6th and Hickman Apartments

1101 NW Aurora Ave

1415 34th St

Ross Residence Hall

2023 University Ave

335 Forest Ave

1311 E 9th St

685 19th St

668 19th St

2900 Easton Blvd

3324 University Ave

1724 8th St

2808 Brattleboro Ave

820 17th St

2130 Drake Park Ave

1159 22nd St

Water Street Brownstones

The Park at Southern Hills

4411-4477 Lower Beaver Rd

Westover Townhomes
Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Studio Apartments | $929 | $575 | $1,981 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $480 | $5,361 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $655 | $3,305 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $530 | $2,500 |
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Des Moines, IA Area Reviews
Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines
May 14, 2025Many residents prefer the western suburbs or more distant communities like Indianola, Boone, Ames, or Newton. Certainly those are all viable options.I would never pick Des Moines for its schools, for example. But the city has many fine neighborhoods which are worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA?
As of today, August 04, 2026, there are currently 1,327 available Des Moines apartments priced from $480 to $5,361, with an average monthly rent of $1,272.
What Des Moines neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 87 neighborhoods in the Des Moines area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Outer West Des Moines Urbandale with 829 listings, Carpenter with 696 listings, and Ingleside with 696 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in Des Moines?
There are currently 477 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $575 to $1,981 with an average price of $929.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Des Moines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Des Moines ranges from $480 to $5,361 with an average monthly rent of $1,185.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Des Moines range from $648 to $4,055. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,319.
How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 230 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $655 to $3,305 - averaging $1,716 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
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.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.