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Apartments for Rent in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA

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  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a ceiling fan
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    1040 Blue Ridge Place NW, Altoona, IA 50009
    STUDIO $966+
    1 BED $994+
    2 BEDS $1,195+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    8825 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $835
    2 BEDS $860
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    437 Elgin Lane NW, Altoona, IA 50009
    2 BEDS $1,538+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    6031 Meadow Crest Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $870+
    2 BEDS $1,050+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a rug
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    820 SW Prescott Lane, Grimes, IA 50111
    2 BEDS $1,799+
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  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    1360 NE Primrose Lane, Grimes, IA 50111
    STUDIO $895
    1 BED $1,095
    2 BEDS $1,295
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table in front of a large window
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    2510 Canterbury Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
    STUDIO $827+
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $1,208+
  • a living room with a black accent wall and a couch
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    6000 NW 62Nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    935 SE Silkwood Lane, Grimes, IA 50111
    1 BED $1,050+
    2 BEDS $1,337+
  • an empty living room with a ceiling fan and a closet
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    3650 Patricia Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $970
  • 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+
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  • 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 kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top with a stove and sink
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    3821 66Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $715
    2 BEDS $725
    3 BEDS $855
  • a swimming pool with chairs around it in front of a house
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    900 65Th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
    1 BED $1,020+
    2 BEDS $1,265+
  • a living room filled with furniture and a fire place
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    8650 Crescent Chase, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,035
    2 BEDS $1,125
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a sliding glass door
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    7800 Iltis Dr, URBANDALE, IA 50322
    1 BED $925
    2 BEDS $995
    3 BEDS $1,200
  • 6450 Merle Hay Road 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    6450 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,125+
    2 BEDS $1,375+
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  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a tv
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    4454 NW 142Nd St, Urbandale, IA 50323
    1 BED $953+
    2 BEDS $1,239+
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  • a renovated kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    16607 Goodman Dr., Urbandale, IA 50323
    4 BEDS $2,400
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    100 5509 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $805+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a kitchen
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    5409 NW Johnston Dr., #100, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $964+
    2 BEDS $964+
  • a blue house with a white garage door
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    16617 Goodman Dr., Urbandale, IA 50323
    4 BEDS $2,400
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator
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    935 Sherrylynn Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
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    2 BEDS $875+
    3 BEDS $1,140
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    679, 699, 720, 830, 900 Sherrylynn Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $875+
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    755 NE 56Th Street, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA rent trends

Rental prices in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA have increased by 1.46% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,255 to $1,274.

The national average price of rental apartments is $1,741, while the average monthly rent in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is $1,274.

Average rent in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA

$1,274/mo Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is around $1,274.

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

    A share of 21% of apartments in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 3% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 60% of 's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 16% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Greater Des Moines are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA (60%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Greater Des Moines, IA

    4 /100
    Car-Dependent
    20 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 4, Bike Score®: 20

    Frequently asked questions

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

    Prices and availability in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA were last updated on 26 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA?

    The best apartments in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA are: Blue Ridge Commons, Sherwood Glen, Redwood Altoona, Winwood Apartments and Redwood Grimes.

    What is the average rent in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA?

    The average rent in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is $1,174.

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

    The price range for a studio apartment in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is between $827 and $2,774.

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

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is between $715 and $2,774.

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

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is between $725 and $3,053.

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

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA is between $855 and $2,774.

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

    In Greater Des Moines, 24% of the residents are renting compared to 76% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of Greater Des Moines's rentals, 69% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

    Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA demographics

    • 221,438Total Population
    • 110,907 Female
      110,531 Male
    • 38Median Age

    In total, Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA has 221,438 residents, 110,907 women and 110,531 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of ’s population is 38.

    Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA households

    • 58,624 Family
      25,677 Non-family
    • 30,293 Children
      54,009 No Children
    • 84,301Total Number of Households
    • 2Average People Per Household
    • $96,780Median Household Income

    There is a total of 84,301 households in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA. Of these, 30,293 have children and 54,009 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 58,624 family households and 25,677 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in is 2 people, on average. The median household annual income in equals $96,780, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,490.

    Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Greater Des Moines, Central Iowa, IA have no high school education, 27% went to high-school, and 19% have partially completed college. Moreover, 10% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 28% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 14% hold a Graduate Degree.

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