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The Des Moines Building - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8

Very good

The Des Moines Building

405 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

On-site laundry | Fitness center | Storage

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$810–$1,295

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Civic Center Court Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.6

Very good

Civic Center Court Apartments

200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$800–$900

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
400 Walnut St #301 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center

2 beds

2 baths

$2,250

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Equitable Building - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

16h ago

9.4

Excellent

The Equitable Building

604 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,230–$2,426

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
The Fleming Building - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

23h ago

9.4

Excellent

The Fleming Building

218 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Elevator

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$695–$1,395

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
10th Street Lofts - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9

Excellent

10th Street Lofts

110 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Residents lounge

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$950–$1,425

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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CityView Townhomes - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

CityView Townhomes

Watson Powell Jr Way, Des Moines, IA 50309

Outdoor space

2 beds

2 baths

$2,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Confluence on 3rd Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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Rent special

1d ago

8.7

Very good

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 Sw 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,094–$2,260

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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Clemens Building - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2d ago

8.5

Very good

Clemens Building

200 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,245–$1,750

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
320 Sw 6th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines townhouse for rent in Des Moines

320 SW 6th St, unit 106, Des Moines, IA

320 Sw 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,199

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
423 Sw 12th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines townhouse for rent in Des Moines

423 Sw 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,725

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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400 Sw 7th St #204 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines

400 Sw 7th St #204, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,375

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
300 Walnut St #604 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines

$1,450 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Condo In Downtown Des Moines With Great Amenities

300 Walnut St #604, Des Moines, IA 50309

Air conditioning | Balcony | Swimming pool

1 bed

1 bath

$1,450

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1389 Keosauqua Way - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines townhouse for rent in Des Moines

1389 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, IA 50309

Garage parking | Outdoor space

2 beds

2.5 baths

$1,900

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
119 4th St #110 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines

2 beds

2 baths

$1,750

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
922 8th St #209 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines apartment for rent in Des Moines

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$2,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1534 Woodland Ave #B1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$795

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

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Walden Point - Photo 1 of 1
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4d ago

9.4

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Walden Point

1200 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Fitness center | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$860

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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The Lyon - Photo 1 of 1

13h ago

9.9

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The Lyon

660 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$897–$1,295

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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622 Se 10th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

East Village house for rent in Des Moines

4 beds

1.5 baths

$1,595

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
209 Olinda Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Indianola Hills house for rent in Des Moines

3 beds

1 bath

$1,495

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
624 Se 12th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

East Village house for rent in Des Moines

4 beds

1 bath

$1,645

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Canary Lofts - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Canary Lofts

2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$695–$1,395

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Rowat Lofts Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

17h ago

8.8

Very good

Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Balcony | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$855–$1,585

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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Updated: October 29, 2026

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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA apartments for rent

Average rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

As of today, Downtown Des Moines' average rent price is $1,250 per month. See the Des Moines rent report.

Average rent

$1,250

Rentals, last 30 days

18

Average rent by unit type in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, last 30 days
Unit typeAverage rentvs last year
All bedrooms$1,250/moN/A
Studio$845/moN/A
1 bedroom$995/moN/A
2 bedroom$1,889/moN/A
3 bedroom$1,926/moN/A
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines?

The average rent in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines is $1,250 a month. 1-bedrooms average $995 and 2-bedrooms $1,889, based on rentals listed on Zumper in the last 30 days. See the Des Moines rent report.

How much rent can I afford in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines?

You'd need to earn about $39,800 a year to afford an average 1-bedroom here ($995 a month), with rent at 30% of your income. Try the rent calculator with your own numbers.

Methodology: How we got this data

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