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Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Des Moines Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 27, 2024

There are currently 3315 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Des Moines, IA that range in price from $535 to $4,079. Cheatom Park, Ingleside and King-irving Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Des Moines with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Cheatom Park107$900$535
Ingleside106$889$535
King-irving Park106$900$535
Carpenter104$894$535
Drake Park103$895$535
Mondamin Presidential102$889$535
Capitol Park85$960$535
East Village82$986$535
McKinley School Columbus Park81$990$535
Kirkwood Glen75$825$535

Largest Available Des Moines Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is found at Gateway Lofts in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 1,153 square feet priced from $1,480. R&T Lofts has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 851 square feet and currently listed start at $950. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Gateway Lofts0BR/1.0BA1,153 Sq Ft$1,480
R&T LoftsCopy851 Sq Ft$950
VelocityM7701 Sq Ft$1,221
District at 6th ApartmentsMiller II689 Sq Ft$990
Tempo East VillageMott (Studio Type 3)622 Sq Ft$1,289
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BA610 Sq Ft$900
College Hill ApartmentsStudio Premium Solo591 Sq Ft$1,248
3000 Grand ApartmentsStudio | 1 Bath580 Sq Ft$825
Sterling at Prairie Trail NorthIvory565 Sq Ft$1,150
Rowat LoftsGypsum - S6538 Sq Ft$1,075

Cheapest Available Des Moines Studio Apartments

As of December 27, 2024 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Des Moines, IA is the Drake A Model starting from $575 at Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Moines Studio is the Studio Model at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) starting at $575 in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Des Moines is currently $1,006. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lenox PropertiesDrake A$575
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Studio$575
Village GreenStudio$600
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudio$625
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BA$625
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5$625
The Eddy0BR/1.0BA$625
3309 University Ave0BR/1.0BA$675
Imperial Grand PrixImperial Studio$685

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Des Moines, IA

Ranked #1

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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 Studio Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Moines with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $575.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Des Moines is $1,006.

What is the largest available Studio Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 1,153 square feet unit starting from $1,480 at Gateway Lofts.

What is the average size for Des Moines Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Des Moines is currently 495 sq ft.

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