Apartments For Rent in Des Moines, IA
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SPECIAL OFFERSENIOR HOUSINGPET FRIENDLY$1,375 - $2,423/mo
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Des Moines, IA 50309
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PET FRIENDLY$799 - $1,100/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsFREE 2nd Month's Rent When You Apply Within 24 Hours of Your Tour at Weston Park Apartments! | 4200 Park Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50321
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NEW - 2 DAYS AGO$650 - $1,125/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathWindsor Terrace Apartments | 3333 Grand Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50312
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHEDTotal price$606 - $1,056/moStudio-4 Beds1-2 BathsDrake West Village | 1315 31st St,
Des Moines, IA 50311
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Des Moines, IA 50317
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$790 - $1,060/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathOld Main and Drake Apartments | 1217 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50311
NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$835 - $1,010/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathThe Scott at East Village | 700 E 5th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,048 - $1,645/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsDistrict at 6th Apartments | 201 SE 6th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
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Rent: $889 - $1.71k
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What Locals Say about Des Moines
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Des Moines hums with easy living: walkable parks, quick commutes, and a lively downtown. People love friendly neighbors, parks and trails, quick drives, and year-round events. Transit is spotty; some noise, loose dogs, parking hassles, and occasional safety issues.
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Types of apartment in Des Moines, IA
Des Moines, IA has many apartments in small brick walk-ups, newer mid-rise buildings, and split-up houses for rent. Downtown, the East Village, and Sherman Hill have older brick buildings, warehouse conversions, and some Victorian houses turned into apartments. You often see big porches, stone steps, tall windows, and shared entries. In Gray’s Lake and along Ingersoll, many apartments are in newer buildings with simple siding, balconies, and surface parking. Interiors can range from hardwood floors and radiator heat in older units to open kitchens and in-unit laundry in newer ones.On the south side and in Beaverdale, houses for rent are more common, with brick ranches, bungalows, and one-and-a-half-story homes. Near Drake and North of Grand, you can also find duplexes, fourplexes, and older apartments on quiet side streets. Exterior details change by area. Sherman Hill has ornate trim and steep roofs, while downtown buildings often have flat roofs and secured entrances. Tradeoffs are pretty clear. Older apartments can have more character and less storage. Newer apartments often have easier parking and more standard layouts.
Getting around Des Moines, IA
DART, the bus service, covers much of Des Moines and runs through Downtown, the East Village, Drake, and the south side. Driving is straightforward, and many apartments come with surface lots or garages, though older areas like Sherman Hill can have tighter parking. Walking works best in Downtown, the East Village, and near Ingersoll. Biking is practical near the Principal Riverwalk, Gray’s Lake, and the Meredith Trail system.Living in Des Moines, IA
Des Moines is known for the Downtown Farmers’ Market, the Iowa State Fair area, Gray’s Lake, and trails along the river. You can catch shows at the Civic Center, see art at the Des Moines Art Center, and spend time in the East Village shops and restaurants. Major work sectors include insurance, finance, health care, government, and logistics, so apartments for rent are spread across several parts of the city.Average Rent Trends in Des Moines, IA
Rent in Des Moines, IA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Nov 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
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| Dec 2025 | $1,147 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,117 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,100 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,100 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,100 |
| May 2026 | $1,100 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,075 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,095 |
| Aug 2026 | $1,078 |
| Sep 2026 | $1,085 |
| Oct 2026 | $1,095 |
| Nov 2026 | $1,100 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In November 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
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| All home types | $875 | $1,100 | $1,475 | $1,800 | $1,100 |
| Townhomes | $850 | $1,525 | $1,894 | — | $1,800 |
| Apartments and Condos | $885 | $1,050 | $1,295 | $1,600 | $975 |
| Houses | $965 | $1,195 | $1,450 | $1,800 | $1,350 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Des Moines, IA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Des Moines, IA?The average rent of an apartment in Des Moines, IA is $1,053 per month.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Des Moines, IA?In 2025, the average rent in Des Moines, IA was lowest in July when it was $1,030 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Des Moines, IA?In 2025, the average rent in Des Moines, IA was highest in September when it was $1,162 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Des Moines, IA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA is $875 per month. That is about $30 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Des Moines, IA?There are 582 available rental listings in Des Moines, IA.
- What colleges and universities are in Des Moines, IA?Colleges and universities in Des Moines, IA include: Drake University.
- What are some neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA?Some neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA include: Drake, Merle Hay, Bloomfield-Allen, Highland Park, Beaverdale.
- What are some zip codes in Des Moines, IA?
- What are some cities near Des Moines, IA?Some nearby cities include: Windsor Heights, Pleasant Hill, Berwick, West Des Moines, Altoona. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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