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2625 63rd St, Unit 2625
$1,150

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2625 63rd St, Unit 2625

2625 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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1120 E 6th St, Unit 2
$1,600

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1120 E 6th St, Unit 2

1120 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
$1,000

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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1260 34th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 2530 University Ave
$1,912

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Base Rent$1,912
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2530 University Ave

Des MoinesIA50311
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Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines

May 14, 2025

Many 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, September 13, 2026, there are currently 1,333 available Des Moines apartments priced from $480 to $5,792, with an average monthly rent of $1,252.

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 836 listings, Carpenter with 686 listings, and Ingleside with 684 listings.

How much are Studio apartments in Des Moines?

There are currently 475 Studio Apartments in Des Moines with rent ranges from $480 to $2,360 with an average price of $967.

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 $5,792 with an average monthly rent of $1,171.

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 $645 to $3,705. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,306.

How expensive are Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 222 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $655 to $3,236 - averaging $1,663 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

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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.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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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.