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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA

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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA. 285 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
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    5015(A-D) SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
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    2 BEDS $860
  • a white kitchen with a large island and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    1201 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    2 BEDS $2,295+
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    3750 Grand, Des Moines, IA 50312
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  • a grass lawn in front of an apartment building
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    3000 Grand, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $825
    1 BED $955+
    2 BEDS $1,150+
  • a living room with carpet and a door to a hallway
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    5528 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,045+
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  • our apartments offer a kitchen and living room with a table
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    415 SW 11Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    STUDIO $1,072+
    1 BED $1,262+
    2 BEDS $1,605+
  • a row of brick apartment buildings on a street
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    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $725
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  • a living room with couches and a table
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    3662 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312
    1 BED $870
    2 BEDS $885+
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  • a living room with a gold couch and a staircase
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    500 31St Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
    1 BED $835
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    4400 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
    1 BED $965+
    2 BEDS $1,260+
  • a living room with a tv and a kitchen with a bar
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    700 East 5Th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,017+
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    604 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,253+
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    Finn Apartments, DES MOINES, IA 50321
    1 BED $900
    2 BEDS $1,100+
  • 713 Walnut Street 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    713 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,000+
    2 BEDS $1,195
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
    1 BED $828+
    2 BEDS $839+
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a door to a patio
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    5501 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
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    2 BEDS $1,075+
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    2207 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
    2 BEDS $1,020
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv and a balcony
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    103 SW 3Rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,005+
    2 BEDS $1,857+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a tv
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    320 SW 7Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,145+
    2 BEDS $1,613+
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    1405 SE 1St St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $1,205+
    2 BEDS $1,514+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    100 Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
    STUDIO $844+
    1 BED $953+
    2 BEDS $1,202+
  • an aerial view of an apartment building with a pool and trees
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    4220 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312
    2 BEDS $900+
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter and a door to a living room
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    5528 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $805
    2 BEDS $805
  • a sign for rose glen apartments in front of a gate with flowers
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    2808 E 16Th St., Des Moines, IA 50316
    1 BED $1,515
    2 BEDS $1,940
  • a building with a sign for butter park apartments
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    2824 E 16Th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
    1 BED $1,070
    2 BEDS $1,840
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Des Moines, IA rent trends

Rental prices in Des Moines, IA have increased by 2.61% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,068 to $1,096.

Check out the average rent prices in Des Moines by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Des Moines, IA is $1,096.

Average rent in Des Moines, IA

$1,096/mo Des Moines, IA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Des Moines, IA is $1,096.

    What's the typical rent budget in Des Moines, IA?

    About 8% of apartment rents in Des Moines, IA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 2% of apartments. Around 32% of Des Moines’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 55% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Des Moines are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Des Moines, IA (55%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Des Moines, IA

    54 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    34 /100
    Some Transit
    69 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 54, Transit Score®: 34, Bike Score®: 69

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Des Moines, IA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Des Moines, IA were last updated on 22 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Des Moines, IA?

    The best apartments in Des Moines, IA are: Sunburst Apts, Matilda 235 Townhomes, 3750 On Grand, 3000 Grand Apartments and Westchester Square.

    What is the average rent in Des Moines, IA?

    The average rent in Des Moines, IA is $1,028.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Des Moines, IA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Des Moines, IA is between $710 and $1,471.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA is between $625 and $2,140.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA is between $625 and $2,795.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Des Moines, IA is between $625 and $2,410.

    What type of rental buildings are in Des Moines, IA?

    In Des Moines 40% of the housing is rented out compared to 60% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 18% of Des Moines's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 58% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Des Moines, IA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Des Moines are about 33 years old, on average. Of these, 39% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 85% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 11% are mid-rises, and 9% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Des Moines, IA?

    Studio apartments in Des Moines are around 10% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 42% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 43% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.