
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (225 Rentals)


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Drake Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Drake Park Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $600 | $1,818 |
Drake Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $550 | $8,460 |
Drake Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $660 | $3,032 |
Drake Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,100 | $3,500 |
Drake Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $965 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 225 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Drake Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Drake Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Drake Park area of Des Moines, IA is found at City Square Lofts and is listed at 1,282 square feet priced from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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City Square Lofts | A8 | 1,282 Sq Ft | $1,775 |
Tempo East Village | Kenmare (1 Bedroom RT Type 4) | 1,203 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
10th Street Lofts | 1BR/2.0BA | 1,167 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Velocity | A20 | 1,026 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Velocity | A20 | 1,026 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
The Elliott | Fully Furnished 1 BDRM | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
R&T Lofts | Source | 989 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community | Hughes-Affordable | 973 Sq Ft | $1,551 |
Wilkins Bldg | Market Rate | 961 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
The Meridian | Rose | 941 Sq Ft | $1,789 |
Cheapest Available Drake Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Drake Park of Des Moines, IA is the Drake Model starting from $675 at Lenox Properties. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Drake Park is currently $1,367. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Lenox Properties | Drake | $675 |
Welcome to 2800 30th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | $695 |
1333 22nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $725 |
The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $730 |
MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | $730 |
3309 University Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $750 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | $750 |
The Elliott | 1 Bedroom | $775 |
Oakview Terrace | One Bedroom | $780 |
Court Ave Lofts | CA-A2 - Income Restricted | $788 |
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Getting Around the Drake Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Drake Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Drake Park with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Drake Park is at Lenox Properties listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Drake Park Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Drake Park is $1,367.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Drake Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Drake Park is a 1,282 square feet unit starting from $1,775 at City Square Lofts.
What is the average size for Drake Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Drake Park is currently 646 sq ft.
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