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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA under $1200. 172 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
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    5015(A-D) SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $860
  • 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+
  • 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+
  • a row of brick apartment buildings on a street
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    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $725
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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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+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • 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+
  • a living room with a tv and a kitchen with a bar
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    700 East 5Th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,017+
  • 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
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  • 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+
  • a kitchen with a sink and a door to a patio
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    5501 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,075+
  • the front of a house with a porch and a walkway
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    2207 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
    2 BEDS $1,020
  • 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+
  • 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+
  • 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+
  • 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+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • 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 building with a sign for butter park apartments
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    2824 E 16Th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
    1 BED $1,070
  • 4216 E 50Th St 1-3 Beds Apartment for Rent

    4216 E 50Th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
    1 BED $988+
    2 BEDS $1,188+
    3 BEDS $924
  • a kitchen with a granite counter top and a sink
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    6011, 6081, 6101, 6121, 6125 SW Creston, Des Moines, IA 50321
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $810
    2 BEDS $910+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black refrigerator
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    2901 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $710
    1 BED $780
    2 BEDS $810
  • an apartment building with a car parked in front of it
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    3560(D,F) E. Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $910
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3600 Kennedy Drive, Des Moines, IA 50317
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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 24 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 type of rental buildings are in Des Moines, IA?

In Des Moines, 40% of the residents are renting compared to 60% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 18% of Des Moines's rentals, 58% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Des Moines, IA under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 172 apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in Des Moines, IA is 877 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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