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$894 - $1,150Short Term Available
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Element Urbandale
3650 Patricia DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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$1,150 - $1,595Short Term Available
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Sterling Pointe Apartments
10509 Dorset DrJohnston, IA 50131
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$914 - $1,394
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$899 - $1,379
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$914 - $1,394
Wellington Apartments
4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$945 - $1,330
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$940 - $1,325
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$5
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$945 - $1,330
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$875 - $1,250Short Term Available
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7 Months, 13 Months
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The Parker @ Seventh
615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$1,700 - $2,275Short Term Available
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Brixin Townhomes at Kimberley Crossing
1424 NE 56th LnAnkeny, IA 50021
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$1,445 - $2,340Short Term Available
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Residences at 62W
6000 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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$895 - $2,201Short Term Available
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7 Months, 14 Months
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Destination 141
1360 Mocking Bird LnGrimes, IA 50111
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$705 - $1,300
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$600 - $1,195
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$105
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$705 - $1,300
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments
11428 Forest AveClive, IA 50325
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$1,059 - $1,520Short Term Available
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The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1
2337 SW Plaza PkwyAnkeny, IA 50023
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$995 - $1,595Short Term Available
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St. Andrews Apartments
3241 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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$925 - $1,049
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$820 - $944
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$105
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$925 - $1,049
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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$820 - $995Short Term Available
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Eastwppd on Grand
2120 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,005 - $1,509Short Term Available
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Flux
1400 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$899 - $2,883
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$804 - $2,788
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$95
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$899 - $2,883
Velocity
225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$900 - $1,650Short Term Available
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6 Months, 18 Months
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Maxwell
915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$950 - $1,800Short Term Available
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6 Months, 16 Months, 24 Months
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R&T Lofts
717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$979 - $1,464Short Term Available
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Fountains Apartments
5101 Hawthorne DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,019 - $2,429Short Term Available
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ReNew Jordan Creek
210 S Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$797 - $1,400Short Term Available
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The Lyon
660 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$815 - $1,495Short Term Available
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The Fleming Building
218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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$1,095 - $1,395
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$1,075 - $1,375
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$20
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$1,095 - $1,395
High Street Lofts
1601 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$1,326 - $1,696Short Term Available
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6 Months, 24 Months
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$1,200 - $1,800
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$1,200 - $1,800
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$1,200 - $1,800
The Standard at 36th Street
3611 NE Otterview CirAnkeny, IA 50021
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$1,095 - $1,450Short Term Available
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Adam Ridge Condos
10535 Norfolk DrJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,170 - $1,270
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$1,170 - $1,270
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$1,170 - $1,270
Carman Estates
2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$840 - $2,044Short Term Available
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7 Months, 16 Months
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Jackson Crossing
100-150 E Jackson AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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$785 - $1,192
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$679 - $1,086
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$106
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$785 - $1,192
Hamlet Apartments
2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$970 - $1,520
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$970 - $1,520
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$970 - $1,520
Winwood Apartments
6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Mansions at Hemingway
6701 Hemingway StJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,898 - $1,998Short Term Available
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Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes
5699 Vista DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$1,195 - $1,450Short Term Available
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Silver Oak Condos
8601 Westown PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$931 - $1,295Short Term Available
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PointeWest
4601 Pleasant StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$1,214 - $1,507Short Term Available
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Connolly Lofts
401 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$799 - $1,550Short Term Available
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Treehouse Apartments
2225-2315 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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$1,238 - $2,146
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$1,165 - $2,073
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$73
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$1,238 - $2,146
Cadence
6300 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,950Short Term Available
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James Point Luxury Townhomes
184 NW 25th CtGrimes, IA 50111
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$995 - $1,545Short Term Available
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The Allure at 141
725 Gateway DrGrimes, IA 50111
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$900 - $975
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$815 - $890
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$85
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$900 - $975
University Village
2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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$1,823 - $1,973Short Term Available
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Ashworth Pointe Townhomes
1101 Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$914 - $2,326
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$835 - $2,247
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$914 - $2,326
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes
901 SE Delaware AveAnkeny, IA 50021
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$2,300Short Term Available
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Centennial Pointe West
2004 NW Sharmin DrAnkeny, IA 50023
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$959 - $1,292
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$889 - $1,222
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$70
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$959 - $1,292
The Flats Apartments
3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$1,600Short Term Available
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The Pines
309 NW 18th StAnkeny, IA 50023
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$1,100 - $1,375Short Term Available
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Uptown Lofts
719 SW 3rd StAnkeny, IA 50023
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$820 - $1,356Short Term Available
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Timberland at Crestbruck
918 NE Crestmoor PlAnkeny, IA 50021
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$828 - $1,668
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$828 - $1,668
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$828 - $1,668
The Scott at East Village
700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$699 - $1,599
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$599 - $1,499
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$100
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$699 - $1,599
Hampton House Apartments
4200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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$647Short Term Available
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The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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$695 - $795Short Term Available
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polk County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk County Studio Apartments | $948 | $500 | $3,121 |
| Polk County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $597 | $5,108 |
| Polk County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $651 | $3,528 |
| Polk County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $685 | $10,000+ |
| Polk County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $655 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Polk County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Polk County?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Polk County is at Douglas Oaks listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Polk County Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Polk County is $1,320.
What is the largest Short-term Polk County Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Polk County is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $2,300 at Centennial Pointe West.
What is the average size for Polk County Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Polk County is currently at 747 sq ft.
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.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.