
Pet Friendly Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA (85 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
Rental terms in Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

Linc

Velocity

R&T Lofts

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

The Equitable Building

The Fleming Building
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The Parker @ Seventh

Flux

Eagle View Lofts

The Edge @ Grays Landing

City Square Lofts

Jackson Crossing

Station 121

Carman Estates

Ingersoll Park Studios

The Deco

Ballyard Lofts

Hampton House Apartments

The Gardens Independent Plus

University Village

7th Street Brownstones

The Grove at Hickman

Somerset

Rosemont Place

Sutton Hill

The Scott at East Village

Rocket Transfer Lofts

Pioneer Estates

The Vineyards

10th Street Lofts

550 Watson Powell Jr Way

Element Urbandale

Sterling Pointe

St. Andrews Apartments

The McCoy at 8035 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 | $1,049 | $600 | $2,116 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $565 | $3,690 |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $583 | $3,032 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $823 | $3,600 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $500 | $2,460 |
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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 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 Sutton Hill listed at $583.
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 $1,260.
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 $1,532 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 693 sq ft.
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