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1101 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$835–$870
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8h ago
1100 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050–$1,095
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17h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$772–$1,064
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20h ago
103 Sw 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$953–$2,854
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22h ago
Studio
1 bath
$725
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1d ago
500 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$712–$1,082
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1d ago
Fairground house for rent in Des Moines
828 E 27th St #1, Des Moines, IA 50317
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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Available Sep 26
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,850
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2 beds
1 bath
$900
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1 bed
1 bath
$725–$775
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2 beds
1 bath
$900
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2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$1,200
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5501 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,095–$1,664
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1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$675–$825
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1500 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | Carpet | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1 bath
$825–$1,150
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1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$820–$1,295
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1d ago
Indianola Hills apartment for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
$995
Price drop
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Available Sep 10
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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2d ago
Accent house for rent in Des Moines
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,795
$1,595
Price drop
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Available Sep 24
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$820–$870
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2d ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$927–$1,087
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$775–$925
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750–$795
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$687–$750
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2d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$647–$1,195
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$885
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$750
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$727–$897
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$795
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$725–$850
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2d ago
Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$950
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Available Sep 24
2d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$647–$800
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2d ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$870–$1,300
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2d ago
Drake apartment for rent in Des Moines
3807 University Ave #9, Des Moines, IA 50311
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$700
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2d ago
Grays Lake apartment for rent in Des Moines
On-site laundry | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
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Available Sep 8
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$795–$895
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2d ago
Drake condo for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$950
$900
Price drop
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Available Sep 24
2d ago
810 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$650–$850
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2d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$699–$950
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2d ago
5528 Meredith Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$866–$1,125
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$925
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2d ago
McKinley School - Columbus Park house for rent in Des Moines
429 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$1,425
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Available Sep 10
2d ago
Ingersoll Park apartment for rent in Des Moines
4216 Ingersoll Ave #6, Des Moines, IA 50312
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$1,145
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Available Jul 20
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Condo for rent
Available Sep 27
2d ago
Accent house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$725
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3d ago
1441 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
Studio
1 bath
$545
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3d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$795–$995
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$695
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$650–$750
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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.
As of today, Des Moines' median rent price is $975 per month, which is down 5%, or $50, compared to last year.
Median rent
$975
YoY change
−5%
−$50/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
378
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $975 | −5% |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | −8% |
| 2 bedroom | $1,025 | −2% |
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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