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Houses for Rent in Des Moines, IA


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  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $685
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Evergreen Trail

    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Apply online • Washer/Dryer • Public Transportation
  • 3 bd $1,700
    Base rent
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    1925 40th Place

    1925 40Th Place, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Pet friendly
  • 2 bd $1,200
    Base rent
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    3809 34th Street

    3809 34Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    2 bd $995
    Base rent
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    419 E Watrous Ave

    419 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Pet friendly • Air conditioner • Washer/Dryer
  • More Rentals Near Des Moines, IA

  • Only 1 unit left
    4 bd $2,170
    Base rent
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    8642 Sunny Hill Drive

    8642 Sunny Hill Drive, Clive, IA 50325
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    4 bd $2,300
    Base rent
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    4711 167th St

    4711 167Th St, Urbandale, IA 50323
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 3 bd $1,450
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    6302 Washington Avenue

    6302 Washington Avenue, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
    Pet friendly
  • 4 bd $2,400
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    16617 Goodman Dr.

    16617 Goodman Dr., Urbandale, IA 50323
    Pet friendly
  • 5-4-city



Frequently asked questions

How much is the rent for a house in Des Moines, IA?

The price range of a house for rent is between $685 and $1,200.

How many houses are available in Des Moines, IA on RentCafe?

There are 2 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Des Moines, IA were last updated on 30 Aug 2026.

What is the average size of a rental house in Des Moines, IA?

The average Des Moines, IA rental house size is 733 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a house in Des Moines, IA?

Renting a house in Des Moines, IA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

Houses for rent in Des Moines, IA are usually located in non-central areas.

Renting a house in Des Moines, IA

Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 9 homes for rent in Des Moines, IA. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Des Moines, IA for rental homes start at $685. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $2,300 per month.

A rental house offers flexibility

Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 10 houses listed in Des Moines, IA, with prices ranging from $685 to $2,300 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.