2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA Under $900 (150 Rentals)

The Village at Westchester

Evergreen Terrace

The Ridges

The Meadows

Legacy Apartments

Lenox Properties
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Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

Woodside Park Apartments

Silhouette Apartments

The Hampton Meadows

McKinley Apartments

Four Seasons Apartments

Prairie Woods Apartments

Park Ridge Apartments
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Beaverdale Housing LLC

Grand heights Apartments

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd

MLK Brickstone Apartments

Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Stockbridge Apartments

1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #3

1818 Pleasant St, Unit 1818

3716 SE 14th St

3712 SE 14th St

3718 SE 14th St

3720 SE 14th St

3722 SE 14th St

3726 SE 14th St

3724 SE 14th St

1040 22nd St

1438 9th St

1334 32nd St
Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,041 | $450 | $2,244 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $550 | $3,850 |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $583 | $3,140 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $500 | $3,778 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $500 | $2,850 |
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Getting Around Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Moines with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Des Moines is at Campus View Student Housing listed at $500.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines is $1,292.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at 3612 Ingersoll Ave.
What is the average size for Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Des Moines is currently 954 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.