What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

One-bedroom apartments in Merle Hay average around $870 per month in 2025, representing a 9.1% increase from the previous year. These units typically offer about 540 sqft of living space.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

Two-bedroom apartments in Merle Hay rent for around $1,000 per month in 2025, with prices remaining relatively stable compared to 2024. These apartments average 701 sqft in size.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

Three-bedroom apartments in Merle Hay average around $1,600 per month in 2025, down 7.9% from the previous year. These larger units offer approximately 1,187 sqft of living space.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

Merle Hay's rental market averaged around $1,000 per month across all property types in 2025, down 10.5% from 2024. Rent varies significantly by timing, with August seeing prices about 26% higher than March, making early spring an ideal time for budget-conscious renters.

What is the average apartment size in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

Apartments in Merle Hay average 705 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments are the most compact at 227 sqft, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at around 1,187 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Merle Hay, with about 16 listings available monthly. This represents more than half of the neighborhood's rental inventory, which averages 28 total listings per month.

What type of apartment is least common in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA?

Studio apartments have the lowest availability in Merle Hay, with about 2 listings per month. One-bedroom and three-bedroom units are also less common, averaging around 5 and 4 monthly listings respectively.

Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

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7h ago

8.3

Very good

Franklin Court Apartments

4925 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Dogs and cats ok | On-site laundry | On-site management

1–2 beds

1 bath

$825–$910

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Top amenities

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8h ago

8.3

Very good

Keystone on 8th

1261 8th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Dogs and cats ok | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,202–$1,492

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15h ago

Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines

2316 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Dogs and cats ok | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,650

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

22h ago

Pet Friendly Beaverdale house for rent in Des Moines

2317 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Dogs and cats ok | Garage parking | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$1,895

$1,795

Price drop

House for rent

4d ago

8.6

Very good

Ashworth Apartments

1020 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Dogs and cats ok

2 beds

1 bath

$795

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5d+ ago

8.4

Very good

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6316 Urbandale Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322

Dogs and cats ok | Package service

1–2 beds

1 bath

$700–$820

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$825–$910

4925 Franklin Ave

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Lower Beaver house for rent in Des Moines

4127 Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Dogs and cats ok | Outdoor space | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$1,745

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Dishwasher

Garage Parking

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Oven

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

36 Plex

4534 4532, 4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

Dogs and cats ok | On-site laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$1,045–$1,150

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5d+ ago

7.8

Very good

Windsor Chateau

1250 73rd St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Dogs and cats ok

2 beds

1 bath

$1,025

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5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Waveland Park house for rent in Des Moines

Dogs and cats ok | Outdoor space | On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$675

House for rent

Available Jun 22

Top amenities

Garage Parking

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Pet Friendly Ingersoll Park apartment for rent in Des Moines

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4216 Ingersoll Ave #6, Des Moines, IA 50312

Dogs and cats ok | Hardwood floor | In-unit laundry

3 beds

1 bath

$1,235

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Available Jun 30

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On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Beaverdale house for rent in Des Moines

2909 46th St - 1

2909 46th St #1, Des Moines, IA 50310

Dogs and cats ok | Hardwood floor | In-unit laundry

3 beds

1.5 baths

$2,385

House for rent

Available Jul 1

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Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

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Microwave

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly house for rent in Urbandale

3610 64th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Dogs and cats ok | Outdoor space | On-site laundry

4 beds

2 baths

$1,975

House for rent

Available Mar 14

Top amenities

Concierge Service

On-Site Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly house for rent in Urbandale

7218 Maryland Dr - 1

7218 Maryland Dr #1, Urbandale, IA 50322

Dogs and cats ok | Hardwood floor | In-unit laundry

3 beds

1 bath

$1,795

House for rent

Available Jun 19

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In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Roof Deck

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5d+ ago

Pet Friendly North of Grand apartment for rent in Des Moines

Hampton House - B-10

Bldg 2 B10 2nd Floor #B10, Des Moines, IA 50312

Dogs and cats ok | On-site laundry | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$870

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

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Central Heat

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Storage

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly house for rent in Urbandale

4728 67th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Dogs and cats ok | Outdoor space | In-unit laundry

4 beds

2.5 baths

$2,395

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5d+ ago

Pet Friendly house for rent in Urbandale

4117 64th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Dogs and cats ok

4 beds

2 baths

$2,150

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5d+ ago

Pet Friendly house for rent in Windsor Heights

2002 63rd St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Dogs and cats ok | Outdoor space | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

House for rent

Available Jul 10

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Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly North of Grand apartment for rent in Des Moines

Dogs and cats ok | Carpet | In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,195

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly apartment for rent in West Des Moines

Dogs and cats ok | Carpet | Storage

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,100

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 15

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines

Dogs and cats ok | On-site laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$990

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Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines

Dogs and cats ok | On-site laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$995

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5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Drake apartment for rent in Des Moines

3903 University Ave

3903 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Dogs and cats ok | Carpet | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$775

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines

Dogs and cats ok | Outdoor space | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$825

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 4

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Dogs and cats ok | Hardwood floor | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$875

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Available May 15

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Ceiling Fan

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On-Site Laundry

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