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Park Ridge Apartments

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Somerset

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The Scott at East Village

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Ingersoll Towers

Park Forest

Rumely Lofts

Union at Rivers Edge

Hilltop Apartments

Grand Colony

Melbourne

The Concord Building

Chad Estates

Deer Ridge

Arlington Hallett

Capitol Heights

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Prairie Woods Apartments

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The Acacia

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas

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The Winford Apartments

Ingersoll FLATS

Lenox Properties

Alta Casa

Alley Landing

Bricktop36

Ivy II

The James on Grand

Magnolia Park

New Haven Apartments

Hickman One

1333 22nd St

Welbeck Apartments

722 18th St

Cornerstone Apartments

718 18th St

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The Elmhurst

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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 1,322 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
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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.