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1 bed
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$860
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13h ago
4534 4532, 4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$1,150
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20h ago
2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$730–$1,495
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22h ago
4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$900–$1,200
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1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,585
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
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1 bath
$960–$1,510
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5d+ ago
Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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5d+ ago
Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$990
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Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
On-Site Laundry
5d+ ago
Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,250
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,375
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Available Nov 22
15h ago
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2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,982
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5d+ ago
Verified
800 Broad St #2, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$900
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Available Jul 1
3h ago
604 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,143–$1,928
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3h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$895
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6h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$4,000
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11h ago
4400 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$980–$1,460
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13h ago
200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$800–$900
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19h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$810–$895
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23h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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1d ago
7438 Meadowlands Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,200–$1,610
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$799–$910
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1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$675–$950
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Studio
1 bath
$435
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2d ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$900–$1,625
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2d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$1,315
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$845
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$725–$745
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$745
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,000
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5d+ ago
Highland Park house for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1 bath
$1,345
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
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5d+ ago
Fort Des Moines house for rent in Des Moines
5501 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$2,025
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Available May 10
5d+ ago
Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$595
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Available Apr 30
5d+ ago
House for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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5d+ ago
Watrous South apartment for rent in Des Moines
939 Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Carpet
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,350
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Available Nov 30
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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Available Aug 15
2d ago
Verified
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$825
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Available Aug 1
2d ago
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Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$700
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Available Aug 1
2d ago
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Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$825
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Available Aug 1
2d ago
Verified
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$750
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Available Aug 1
2m ago
5528 Meredith Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$823–$1,098
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1h ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$795–$1,250
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1h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$875–$945
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2h ago
103 Sw 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,154–$2,892
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2h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$747–$847
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Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$600–$795
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1 bath
$730–$970
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Des Moines is the heart and soul of the American Midwest. The city offers both guests and residents a wide range of fun, exciting locations to visit and activities to complete. Between the music festivals, delicious wineries and breweries, expansive golf courses, and hundreds of miles of beautiful natural trails and camp grounds, Des Moines is a sure bet for anyone interested in experiencing a rich, diverse city in America's heartland. From its role as host of elite-level Olympic training camps, to Restaurant Week and Iowa's Pool Players Association Championship, Des Moines is sure to have something to appeal to anyone's interests.
Des Moines has a mix of suburban and downtown neighborhoods, located throughout the city. The more affluent neighborhoods and districts, such as West Des Moines, are excellent choices for those with the income to afford living there, and the city has a vast array of other neighborhoods that offer beautiful housing, excellent public school systems and safety in price ranges that will match anyone's budget.
Des Moines has a mix of urban and suburban vibes, with residents appreciating the variety of parks, cultural events, and the growing food scene. Many local favorites include the vibrant arts community and plenty of outdoor activities. However, some residents express concern about the public transportation options and occasional traffic congestion, pointing out that having a car can significantly enhance day-to-day living. Overall, the city offers a blend of amenities that many find appealing.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Des Moines average around $870/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,050/month.
July offers the lowest rents of the year in Des Moines, while December sees the least competition among renters. Both months can result in better deals compared to peak season.
Sherman Hill, East Village, Downtown Des Moines, and Drake Park offer walkable streets and vibrant restaurant scenes. For pet owners, Valley High Manor, Meredith, Fairground, and Merle Hay provide excellent pet amenities and outdoor spaces.
River Bend offers the most affordable option at around $800/month median rent, followed by Highland Park at approximately $820/month and North of Grand at roughly $870/month.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 50% of Des Moines rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 400 pet-welcoming apartments each month across the city's roughly 805 available units.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in Des Moines, showing up in just 0.04% of units, with studios and one-bedrooms leading at 0.07% each.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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