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Luxury Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

294 Rentals Available
Luxury Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA. 294 Rentals Available
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    103 SW 3Rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,005+
    2 BEDS $1,857+
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    415 SW 11Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    STUDIO $1,072+
    1 BED $1,262+
    2 BEDS $1,605+
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    320 SW 7Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,145+
    2 BEDS $1,613+
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    604 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $1,253+
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    100 Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
    STUDIO $844+
    1 BED $953+
    2 BEDS $1,202+
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  • 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+
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    700 East 5Th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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    2 BEDS $1,017+
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    3000 Grand, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $825
    1 BED $955+
    2 BEDS $1,150+
  • 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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    2808 E 16Th St., Des Moines, IA 50316
    1 BED $1,515
    2 BEDS $1,940
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    4400 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
    1 BED $965+
    2 BEDS $1,260+
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  • 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
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    5501 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,075+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a table
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    8301 Colby Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $1,045+
    2 BEDS $1,325+
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    3861 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    1 BED $1,054+
    2 BEDS $1,156+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a table
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    225 Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    1 BED $995+
    2 BEDS $1,495+
  • a living room with a couch and a door to a balcony
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    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,143+
    1 BED $1,237+
    2 BEDS $1,405+
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    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,143+
    1 BED $1,083+
    2 BEDS $1,405+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    9577 White Oak Lane, Johnston, IA 50131
    2 BEDS $1,193+
    3 BEDS $1,452+
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
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    204 South 64Th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    1 BED $1,545+
    2 BEDS $1,700+
    3 BEDS $1,975+
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    6565 Wistful Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    STUDIO $1,085+
    1 BED $1,225+
    2 BEDS $1,615
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    950 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    1 BED $1,455
    2 BEDS $2,496+
  • a living room with a tv and a wooden floor
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    1103 SW 11Th Lane Unit #106, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,100+
    1 BED $1,279+
    2 BEDS $1,550+
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    1370 SW Radcliffe Lane, Ankeny, IA 50023
    2 BEDS $2,008+
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    360 Bridgewood Drive #4000, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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    1 BED $1,375+
    2 BEDS $1,700
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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA have increased by 3.78% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,281 to $1,329.

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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,741, while the average monthly rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA is $1,329.

Average rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

$1,329/mo Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA is around $1,329.

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

    A share of 22% of apartments in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 6% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 51% of Downtown Des Moines's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 18% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 3% of apartment rentals in Des Moines are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA (51%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Downtown Des Moines, IA

    79 /100
    Very Walkable
    62 /100
    Good Transit
    57 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 79, Transit Score®: 62, Bike Score®: 57

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the price of a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?

    The price range for a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA is between $1,857 and $2,488.

    How many luxury rentals are available in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA on RentCafe?

    There are 32 luxury rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA were last updated on 26 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?

    The average Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA luxury apartment size is 1,101 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?

    Renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA comes with many amenities, more space and central locations.

    What are the downsides of renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?

    Luxury apartments tend to be more expensive and have higher utility bills.

    Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA demographics

    • 5,503Total Population
    • 2,771 Female
      2,732 Male
    • 28Median Age

    In total, Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA has 5,503 residents, 2,771 women and 2,732 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Downtown Des Moines’s population is 28.

    Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA households

    • 452 Family
      3,474 Non-family
    • 83 Children
      3,842 No Children
    • 3,926Total Number of Households
    • 0.95Average People Per Household
    • $57,974Median Household Income

    There is a total of 3,926 households in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA. Of these, 83 have children and 3,842 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 452 family households and 3,474 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Downtown Des Moines is 0.95 people, on average. The median household annual income in Downtown Des Moines equals $57,974, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,206.

    Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA have no high school education, 14% went to high-school, and 15% have partially completed college. Moreover, 5% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 46% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 18% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

    If you love living like a king or a queen, you might be interested in uniquely furnished, modern apartments. Nothing says elegance like a professionally-designed interior down to the smallest detail. Now you have the best 294 apartments in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA to choose from, located in 25 upscale buildings. The average size of this type of apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA is around 1,029 Sqft, but if you’re in need of more space, apartment complexes also have large apartments for rent. Luxury townhomes are also a great option for families, especially those located in family-friendly communities, close to schools, preschools and parks. The best apartments on the market in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA are up for grabs right now, so don’t miss the chance to level up your lifestyle!

    High rise apartments do come cheap

    We can all agree that high-level amenities give us a sense of accomplishment and a certain feeling of comfort. Well, on the bright side, luxury is now accessible to both multi-millionaires and people with regular incomes. Cheap luxury apartments are not just an illusion - the land of milk and honey is closer than it’s ever been, with prices starting at $825. There are no less than 294 luxury studio apartments in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA right now waiting to become your future home.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!