Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (409 Rentals)

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The Meridian
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2 Pet Limit - There is a $300 one-time pet fee. There is also a $25 monthly rent per cat and a $50 monthly rent per dog. Pet policy: Only cats and dogs allowed. Up to two pets per residence. No weight limits. All pets must be spayed or neutered and in good health. Vet verification and pet licensing through the city of Iowa is required
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Cityville
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2 Pet Limit - Up to 2 Pets Allowed- 1 Pet = $350 one time pet fee, 2 Pets= $500 one time pet fee
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts
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2 Pet Limit
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Rowat Lofts

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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2 Pet Limit - 200 lb Weight Limit
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LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vue
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2 Pet Limit
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Vue

922 8th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Flux
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2 Pet Limit - We do not accept reptiles, rodents, rabbits or ferrets. Animals must be properly vaccinated based on species and registered with the city where required/applicable. Pets must be over the age of 1 year and spayed/neutered. Disallowed dog breeds include the following, and any breed mixed with the following: Pit Bull, American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Chow Chow, Wolf Breeds (including Huskies), Akita, St. Bernard, Mastiff, Cane Corso, Doberman, German Shepherd.
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Flux

1400 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
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2 Pet Limit
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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R&T Lofts
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2 Pet Limit - We allow up to (2) pets per apartment home. We require a 1-time pet fee of $150, per pet, due at move-in. Monthly pet rent is $25 per pet. We have no breed or weight restrictions!
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R&T Lofts

717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Equitable Building
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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The Equitable Building

604 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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2 Pet Limit - $30 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Imperial Grand Prix
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2 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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Imperial Grand Prix

3407 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Ingersoll Square Lofts
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2 Pet Limit - $60 Monthly Pet Rent
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Ingersoll Square Lofts

1900-2005 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Slate  Age 55 Plus Active Community
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2 Pet Limit - Only cats and dogs allowed. All pets must be spayed or neutered and in good health. Vet verification and pet licensing through the city of Des Moines is required. BREED RESTRICTIONS APPLY. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy inf...
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Park Avenue by Broadmoor
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must be spayed or neutered - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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Park Avenue by Broadmoor

4400 Park AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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The Parker @ Seventh
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Pet Friendly
1 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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The Parker @ Seventh

615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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3000 Grand Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - City Ordinances
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3000 Grand Apartments

3000 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Soll
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2 Pet Limit - $395 Fee
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Soll

2301 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Village at Westchester
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2 Pet Limit - Pet Restrictions Apply, One-time fee is $300 for 2 pets
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The Village at Westchester

5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Des Moines Building
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2 Pet Limit
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Level
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2 Pet Limit
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Level

220 Maple StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Canary Lofts
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2 Pet Limit
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Canary Lofts

2530 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Edge @ Grays Landing
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2 Pet Limit - The Edge is dog and cat-friendly. Maximum 2 pets per household. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. A one-time $300 non-refundable fee is required.
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The Edge @ Grays Landing

406 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - Maximum 2 pets per household. $25/month rent for cats, $50/month rent for dogs. One-time $300 non-refundable fee is required.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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2 Pet Limit - $395 Fee
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Evergreen Terrace
Pet Friendly
Pet Interview Required - 2 Pet Limit
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Evergreen Terrace

2101-2111 E Caulder AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Eagle View Lofts
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit
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Eagle View Lofts

708-712 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The James on Grand
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2 Pet Limit - We allow 2 pets per household. A pet deposit of $375 must be submitted with the pet application before approval is granted. The deposit will be held as long as the pet remains in the unit or until the unit is vacated and has been inspected for dam...
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The James on Grand

3707 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Station 121
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2 Pet Limit - 75 lb Weight Limit
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Station 121

121 12th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Wilkins Bldg
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $30 Monthly Pet Rent
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Wilkins Bldg

713 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Fourth + Court
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2 Pet Limit - Bella Terra is the perfect place for you, it’s also the ideal place for your dog or cat.
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Fourth + Court

420 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50301
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Clemens Building
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $55 Monthly Pet Rent
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Clemens Building

200 10th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Carman Estates
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Some Restrictions
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Carman Estates

2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Jackson Crossing
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2 Pet Limit - Pet deposit and fees are starting points and are subject to adjustment. Call us today and press option 1 to learn more about our pet policies and fees.
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Jackson Crossing

100-150 E Jackson AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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5Fifty5
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - 75 lb Weight Limit
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Windsor Square by Broadmoor
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Pet Friendly
Must Be Spayed/Neutered - $25 Monthly Pet Rent
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Windsor Square by Broadmoor

900 65th StDes Moines, IA 50324
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AP Lofts
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $30 Monthly Pet Rent
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AP Lofts

340 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA

There are currently 22326 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Des Moines, IA area.The three Des Moines neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Southwest Des Moines, Cheatom Park, and King-irving Park. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Des Moines Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodPet RatingAvailable UnitsMedian Price
Southwest Des Moines4/418580$2,695
Cheatom Park4/418469$2,597
King-irving Park4/417817$2,597
McKinley School Columbus Park4/417165$2,597
Carpenter4/417045$2,597
Drake Park4/417023$2,597
Capitol Park4/416466$2,597
Haines Park Owls Head Estates4/416342$2,695
East Village4/416079$2,597
Outer West Des Moines Urbandale4/416036$1,575

Pet Friendliest Des Moines Apartments for Rent

The Des Moines Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Tradition Pointe in the Outer Ankeny Saylorville neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. The Residences at River View in the McKinley School Columbus Park neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Tradition Pointe4/4Outer Ankeny Saylorville$1,335
The Residences at River View4/4McKinley School Columbus Park$1,037
Jackson Crossing4/4McKinley School Columbus Park$847
Confluence on 3rd Apartments4/4Downtown Des Moines$954
The Meridian4/4Downtown Des Moines$1,410
Tradition Apartments3.8/4Outer Ankeny Saylorville$1,050
Cambridge Court Apartments3.8/4Outer West Des Moines Urbandale$1,045
Cityville3.8/4Downtown Des Moines$900
Arlington Hallett3.8/4Downtown Des Moines$725
Old Main & Drake Apartments3.8/4Carpenter$785

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Des Moines, IA

The lowest priced Des Moines apartment at a property that allows pets is the Crop Studio Model at R&T Lofts in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $925. The second cheapest Des Moines Pet Friendly apartment is the Capital City - M3 Model at Cityville, which is a Studio starting at $975 in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Des Moines apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
R&T LoftsCrop$925
CityvilleCapital City - M3$975
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom No Patio$989
Tradition ApartmentsWhistler 1BR$1,050
Cambridge Court ApartmentsA1_Reno$1,075
Tempo East VillageCrosby (Studio Type 1)$1,140
Confluence on 3rd ApartmentsGradient$1,195
The Residences at River ViewChannel$1,285
Tradition Pointe2Bdrm - 1103 Building (D)$1,335
The MeridianPort$1,410

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Des Moines Overview

It’s likely that you only really hear about Des Moines every four years when the presidential caucuses kick off in this city. But that’s only part of the great culture and history of Des Moines. It’s over 150 years old and in that time has grown to be a Midwestern hub of culture and commerce. If you’re in the insurance industry, Des Moines is the absolute best place to live as it is the home of several large insurance companies. Des Moines isn’t just for insurance people, though, it’s a city that keeps growing, and it’s even been attracting more and more young people. If you’re looking for apartments in Des Moines, this must be an exciting time in your life because Des Moines is a great (not to mention inexpensive) place to live.

Why live in Des Moines, IA?

Des Moines is a constantly underrated city. It’s not the most talked about city, but it sure has a lot going on! It’s the home of several professional minor league sports teams, including the Des Moines Buccaneers of the United States Hockey League. Des Moines is also a smart city. It has an impressive public school system and houses five colleges and universities. Iowa’s work force, including that of Des Moines, ranks as one of the best educated in the country due to its 80% high school graduation rate. Des Moines’ real claim to fame is its importance in the presidential election, many candidates set up campaign offices here due to its position as the site of the first caucuses.

Des Moines, IA
Population: 216,853

Ranked #101

in US Census Population by City

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Des Moines is at The Flats on 21st listed at $550.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Des Moines is $1,266.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,091 at The Equitable Building.

What is the average size for Des Moines Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Des Moines is currently at 697 sq ft.

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