Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA under $1000
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Studio $7401 bd $815Base rent3.5 (10)2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Studio $895+Base rent4.0 (1)1601 High St, Des Moines, IA 50309Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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2 bd $910Base rent4.0 (21)5015 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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1 bd $8452 bd $920Base rent4.0 (16)433 E Phillip, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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1 bd $909+Base rent712 SE 6Th St, Des Moines, IA 50309Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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1 bd $918+2 bd $998+Total monthly cost6620 SE 5Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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2 bd $837+Total monthly cost2202 SE Rose Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Studio $814Base rent240 East Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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1 bd $993Base rent350 SW 2Nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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1 bd $769+2 bd $856+Total monthly cost2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320Apply online • Pet friendly
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2 bd $1,000Base rent3.0 (3)2800 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $975Base rent3.5 (1)2225 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
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1 bd $650+2 bd $925Base rent4.0 (4)1045 Meadow Ln, Apt 5, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly
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2 bd $775+Base rent6010 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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2 bd $865Base rent5555 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $7552 bd $895Base rent3.5 (19)1417 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $980+Base rent4.5 (3)4400 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Studio $945Base rent4.5 (5)300 E Grand, Des Moines, IA 50309Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $910Base rent3.5 (1)1720 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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1 bd $682+2 bd $695+Base rent4.0 (11)5528 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA 50310Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Studio $937+1 bd $1,000+Base rent3.5 (14)100 Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $810+2 bd $918+Base rent4.0 (5)5528 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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2 bd $978+Base rent4220 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Studio $995+Base rent1301 Mulberry St, Des Moines, IA 50309Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $799+Base rent500 31St Street, Des Moines, IA 50312Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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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 13 Jul 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, Sunburst Apts and Elmcrest.
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.
Search for apartments in Des Moines, IA under $1,000
There’s more than one way to spend $1,000 on rent in Des Moines, IA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,000 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.
The perfect $1,000 rental near you
Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 69 apartments for rent below $1,000 in Des Moines, IA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.