
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (154 Rentals)


Cityville

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

The Equitable Building

The Fleming Building

The Parker @ Seventh

Ingersoll Square Lofts

The Des Moines Building

Matilda 235 Townhomes

The Edge @ Grays Landing

City Square Lofts

Randolph Apartments

The Griffin Building

Wilkins Bldg

Fourth + Court

The Residences at River View

AP Lofts

Gateway Lofts

Vine Street Lofts

Jackson Crossing

Carbon 550

219 E Grand

Argonne Apartments

Union at Rivers Edge

7th Street Brownstones

14Forty

Civic Center Court Apartments

Madison Flats

Rumely Lofts

College Hill Apartments
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,161 | $645 | $2,578 |
Downtown Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $565 | $2,649 |
Downtown Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $660 | $3,662 |
Downtown Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,123 | $5,310 |
Downtown Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $1,321 | $1,321 |
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There are currently 154 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with little ones, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Des Moines, this neighborhood is one of the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to highly-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks, paths, and trails is critically important. Downtown Des Moines is a highly-rated residential area for parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket is one of our favorite luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there furry friends in your life? this part of Des Moines ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Downtown Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Des Moines?
There are currently 96 Studio Apartments in Downtown Des Moines with rent ranges from $645 to $2,578 with an average price of $1,161.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Des Moines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Des Moines ranges from $565 to $2,649 with an average monthly rent of $1,402.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Moines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Des Moines range from $660 to $3,662. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,746.
How expensive are Downtown Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,123 to $5,310 - averaging $2,167 for the location.
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.

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