1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (18 Rentals)

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Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Douglas Acres area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Gardens Independent Plus and is listed at 1,050 square feet priced from $2,880. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Gardens Independent Plus1 Bedroom with Den1,050 Sq Ft$2,880
VelocityA201,026 Sq FtCall for Rates
Rose Glen1 Bedroom 1 Bath776 Sq Ft$1,560
The Emory - Altoona1 Bedroom Suite758 Sq Ft$1,249
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom700 Sq Ft$800

Cheapest Available Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Douglas Acres of Des Moines, IA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $725 at Capitol Heights. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Douglas Acres is currently $1,376. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Capitol Heights1BR/1.0BA$725
Parkside East1 Bedroom$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom$800
East Village Square1x1-676$850
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom$860

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #50

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Douglas Acres Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Douglas Acres with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Douglas Acres is at Capitol Heights listed at $725.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Douglas Acres is $1,376.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Douglas Acres is a 1,050 square feet unit starting from $2,880 at The Gardens Independent Plus.

What is the average size for Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Douglas Acres is currently 702 sq ft.

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