Des Moines IA Apartments
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1-2 BathsRowat Lofts Apartments | 601 E Vine St #1-309,
Des Moines, IA 50309
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,421 - $1,635/mo1 Bed1 BathSlate Age 55 Plus Active Community | 400 SW 11th St #230,
Des Moines, IA 50309
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PET FRIENDLY$1,200 - $1,610/mo3 Beds1-2 BathsSouthern Horizon | 7438 Meadowlands Dr #1a1b7c215,
Des Moines, IA 50320
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PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTED$725 - $1,450/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsEast Village Square | 333 E Grand Ave #300,
Des Moines, IA 50309
PET FRIENDLY$695 - $861/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Village at Westchester | 5413 Aurora Ave #8-230,
Des Moines, IA 50310
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PET FRIENDLYTotal price$880 - $1,400/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsOld Main and Drake Apartments | 1217 24th St #OM-59,
Des Moines, IA 50311
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$915 - $1,200/mo2 Beds1 BathPrairie Woods Apartments | 4014 Hubbell Ave #4028-264,
Des Moines, IA 50317
PET FRIENDLY$1,045 - $1,135/mo2 Beds2 Baths36 Plex - Village Green Apartments | 4532 4534 & 9,
Des Moines, IA 50310
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PET FRIENDLY$890 - $1,762/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsDistrict at 6th Apartments | 201 SE 6th St #A-225,
Des Moines, IA 50309
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NEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLY$867 - $1,584/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsForest Avenue Village | 3201 Forest Ave #1210,
Des Moines, IA 50311
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,065 - $1,200/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCapitol Grove Apartments | 4216 E 50th St #3203,
Des Moines, IA 50317
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$836 - $1,177/moStudio-3 Beds1 BathThe Scott at East Village | 700 E 5th St #E57181,
Des Moines, IA 50309
PET FRIENDLY$850 - $1,300/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsWeston Park Apartments | 4200 Park Ave #B09006,
Des Moines, IA 50321
NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,145 - $2,507/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsLINC at Gray's Station | 210 SW 11th St #108,
Des Moines, IA 50309
SPECIAL OFFER$1,119 - $1,619/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsRocket Transfer Lofts | 320 SW 7th St #1-305,
Des Moines, IA 50309
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$943 - $1,718/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsJackson Crossing | 100 Jackson Ave #A312,
Des Moines, IA 50315
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$675 - $1,150/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Pointe on Fleur Apartments | 2800 Fleur Dr #2215,
Des Moines, IA 50321
PET FRIENDLY$1,021 - $1,432/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Residences at River View | 1405 SE 1st St #415,
Des Moines, IA 50315
PET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,113 - $1,904/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsConfluence on 3rd Apartments | 103 3rd St #202,
Des Moines, IA 50309
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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 increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $876 |
| Jul 2025 | $879 |
| Aug 2025 | $869 |
| Sep 2025 | $895 |
| Oct 2025 | $884 |
| Nov 2025 | $867 |
| Dec 2025 | $884 |
| Jan 2026 | $893 |
| Feb 2026 | $882 |
| Mar 2026 | $886 |
| Apr 2026 | $883 |
| May 2026 | $981 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $875 | $1,100 | $1,395 | $1,775 | $1,095 |
| Townhomes | $770 | $1,300 | $1,550 | — | $1,350 |
| Apartments and Condos | $850 | $1,025 | $1,295 | $1,300 | $985 |
| Houses | $1,095 | $1,200 | $1,595 | $1,795 | $1,400 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent 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 $1,026 per month. This is about 47% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Des Moines, IA?In the last year, the average rent in Des Moines, IA was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $867 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Des Moines, IA?In the last year, the average rent in Des Moines, IA was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $944 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 $916 per month. That is about $171 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Des Moines, IA?There are 341 available apartments or condos to rent 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.