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Prairie Winds Apartments

University Village

Des Moines Greystone Homes

District at 6th Apartments

Rumely Lofts

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Ingersoll Square Lofts

Tempo East Village

The Edge @ Grays Landing

Finn Apartments

14Forty

Ingersoll Towers

Wilkins Bldg

Rocket Transfer Lofts

The Equitable Building

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Luther Park Apartments

The Residences at River View

219 E Grand

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

High Street Lofts

Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I

The McCoy at 8035 Apartments

Bristol Ridge

Westwood Apartments

Altoona Terrace

Centennial Place Apartments

Rising Ridge Apartments

Douglas Park Apartments

Elm Village Apartments

TurtleCreek Apartments

Altoona Towers

Blue Ridge Commons

Woodland Place Apartments
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 | $1,064 | $550 | $2,186 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $565 | $2,880 |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $648 | $3,451 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $660 | $3,830 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $630 | $2,460 |
Explore Des Moines
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Des Moines is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Moines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Moines Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines is starting from $500 at Campus View Student Housing.
What is the most affordable Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Campus View Student Housing and starts from $620.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.