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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA

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

Prices and availability in Des Moines, IA were last updated on 24 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in Des Moines, IA?

The best apartments in Des Moines, IA are: The Equitable Building, Grand Colony, High Street Lofts, Elmcrest and Sunburst Apts.

What is the average rent in Des Moines, IA?

The average rent in Des Moines, IA is $1,073.

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 $650 and $1,835.

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 $650 and $13,500.

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 $685 and $3,200.

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 $650 and $3,609.

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, 57% 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 average age of rental buildings in Des Moines is 32 years old, with 44% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 5 stories, of which 84% are garden-style apartment communities, 13% are mid-sized buildings, and 8% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Des Moines, IA?

Studio apartments in Des Moines are around 9% 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 44% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.