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The average rent in River Bend, Des Moines, as of June 2026, is down 2.07% compared to last month but up 12.92% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$860
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Available Mar 3
3d ago
River Bend house for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$785–$895
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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5d+ ago
421 College Ave #105, Des Moines, IA 50314
On-site laundry | Outdoor space | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Condo for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$697–$700
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In-Unit Laundry
Central Heat
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
5d+ ago
River Bend apartment for rent in Des Moines
Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$745
Apartment for rent
Available May 27
5d+ ago
Downtown Des Moines townhouse for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,150
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Available Jul 1
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5d+ ago
Mondamin Presidential house for rent in Des Moines
1303 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Cheatom Park house for rent in Des Moines
4 beds
2 baths
$1,795
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5d+ ago
Downtown Des Moines apartment for rent in Des Moines
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
King-Irving Park house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
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Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
Union Park house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
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5d+ ago
Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$895
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
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
10h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$745–$1,200
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14h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
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13h ago
915 Mulberry St, Des Moines, IA 50309
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$899–$1,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 22
5d+ ago
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Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
Studio
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 30
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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River Bend, a neighborhood in Des Moines, sees one-bedroom apartments averaging around $760 per month in 2025. This represents a 3.2% decline from the previous year, with about 10 one-bedroom listings available monthly.
Two-bedroom apartments in River Bend average around $860 per month in 2025, up 5.6% from 2024. These units typically offer around 707 square feet of living space, with approximately 9 listings available each month.
Three-bedroom apartments in River Bend average around $1,200 per month in 2025, down 7.2% from the previous year. These larger units provide around 1,127 square feet of space, with about 2 listings available monthly.
River Bend rental costs in Des Moines average around $810 per month across all apartment types in 2025, up 1.6% from 2024. Rent varies seasonally, with February seeing the highest prices at about 24% above July rates.
Apartments in River Bend average around 612 square feet across all unit types. Studios offer around 248 square feet, while three-bedroom units provide the most space at around 1,127 square feet.
One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in River Bend, with about 10 listings available monthly. Two-bedroom units follow closely with approximately 9 listings per month.
River Bend stands out as a top choice for renters prioritizing environmental sustainability and social living in Des Moines. The neighborhood's focus on eco-friendliness is evident in its use of non-toxic paint, waste recycling and composting programs, rainwater harvesting, and community solar projects. Many apartments are also constructed with sustainable materials and feature low-flow fixtures. With its high walk score and access to parks and recreation, River Bend makes it easy to maintain a green lifestyle. Additionally, the neighborhood's social scene is thriving, thanks to its safe and walkable streets, diverse age distribution, and convenient transit options. Overall, River Bend offers a unique blend of eco-conscious living and community engagement, making it an attractive option for like-minded renters.
Studios are the least common rental type in River Bend, with about 1 listing available per month. Three-bedroom apartments are also relatively uncommon, averaging about 2 listings monthly.
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.
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