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Short Term Rentals in Iowa

Short Term Rentals in Iowa. 312 Rentals Available
312 Rentals Available

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  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,344+
    2 bd $1,739+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (51)
    604 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $1,173+
    2 bd $1,382+
    3 bd $1,682+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (85)
    6300 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 14 units available
    Studio $1,154+
    1 bd $1,464+
    2 bd $1,888+
    Base rent
    4.5 (22)
    103 SW 3Rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 15 units available
    1 bd $918+
    2 bd $1,746
    Base rent
    712 SE 6Th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $999+
    2 bd $1,386+
    3 bd $1,584+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1040 Blue Ridge Pl NW, Altoona, IA 50009
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,344+
    2 bd $1,739+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (51)
    604 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 20 units available
    Studio $1,059+
    1 bd $1,200
    2 bd $1,399
    Base rent
    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    Studio $760
    1 bd $785
    2 bd $860
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2951 Park Avenue, Sioux City, IA 51104-2851
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  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,025
    2 bd $1,329+
    3 bd $1,555
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (55)
    2704 E. Kanesville Boulevard, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,051+
    2 bd $1,308+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    349 Sergeant Square Drive, Sergeant Bluff, IA 51054
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,180+
    2 bd $1,425+
    Base rent
    5.0 (4)
    3634 Glen Oaks Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51104
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • 1 bd $1,014+
    2 bd $1,263+
    3 bd $1,563+
    Base rent
    4.5 (7)
    355 88Th St., West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $895+
    1 bd $1,095+
    2 bd $1,295+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (4)
    1360 NE Primrose Lane, Grimes, IA 50111
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $900+
    2 bd $1,335+
    3 bd $1,775+
    Base rent
    4.5 (7)
    175 NW Common Place, Waukee, IA 50263
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $1,403+
    2 bd $1,654+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (30)
    360 Bridgewood Dr Ste. 4000, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 1 bd $1,010
    2 bd $1,170
    3 bd $1,840
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (6)
    2505 Devils Glen Road, Bettendorf, IA 52722
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $840+
    1 bd $1,000+
    2 bd $1,292+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (14)
    100 Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $1,085+
    2 bd $1,235+
    3 bd $1,509+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (7)
    5101 Hawthorne Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,075+
    2 bd $1,295+
    3 bd $1,495+
    Base rent
    940 10Th Street, Waukee, IA 50263
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 10 units available
    Studio $1,080+
    1 bd $1,200
    2 bd $1,590
    Base rent
    4.5 (14)
    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
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    3.5 (24)
    2505 Jensen Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    Pet friendly • Parking • In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $1,445+
    2 bd $1,735+
    3 bd $2,320+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (17)
    6000 NW 62Nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    Ask for pricing
    Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    712 SE 6Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a short-term rental in Iowa?

The price range for a short-term rental in Iowa is between $695 and $2,541.

How many short-term rentals are available in Iowa on RentCafe?

There are 154 short-term rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Iowa were last updated on 19 Jun 2026.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in Iowa?

The average Iowa short-term rental size is 969 sq. ft..

What are the advantages of renting a short-term rental in Iowa?

Short-term rentals offer flexibility and are ideal for temporary stays or transitional periods.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in Iowa?

Short-term rentals typically cost more per month and may have limited availability.

Renting a short-term apartment in Iowa

If you’re in Iowa for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in Iowa before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in Iowa is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

There’s more to the world

Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!