Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (69 Rentals)

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Harrington Studios
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Harrington Studios

677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Concord Apartments
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Concord Apartments

732 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Twin Manor
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Twin Manor

720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Velocity
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Velocity

200 Des Moines StDes Moines, IA 50309
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707 18th St
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707 18th St

707 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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722 18th St
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722 18th St

722 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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669 17th St
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669 17th St

669 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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754 19th St
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754 19th St

754 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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686 19th St
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686 19th St

686 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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818 18th St
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818 18th St

818 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is found at R&T Lofts and is listed at 834 square feet priced from $975. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
R&T LoftsCopy834 Sq Ft$975
The MeridianMerlot706 Sq Ft$1,662
VelocityS7701 Sq Ft$1,088
VelocityS7701 Sq Ft$1,088
Ingersoll Square LoftsPhase I A1665 Sq Ft$995
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BA610 Sq Ft$900
The ElliottFully Furnished Studio600 Sq Ft$1,295
College Hill ApartmentsStudio Premium Solo591 Sq Ft$1,173
The Des Moines BuildingA2 - Income Restricted586 Sq Ft$963
The Fleming Building#3 - Studio475 Sq Ft$835

Cheapest Available Downtown Des Moines Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Des Moines of Des Moines, IA is the Studio 5 Model starting from $625 at Concord Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Des Moines is currently $1,156. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5$625
City Square LoftsS1$678
Argonne ApartmentsStudio C$695
East Village SquareStudio 390-392$725
The ElliottStudio$750
The Des Moines BuildingS1$757
Randolph ApartmentsThe Warren$800
The Fleming Building#3 - Studio$835
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BA$900
R&T LoftsByline$900

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 Studio Downtown Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Des Moines with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Des Moines is at Concord Apartments listed at $625.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $1,156.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Des Moines is a 834 square feet unit starting from $975 at R&T Lofts.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Des Moines is currently 486 sq ft.

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