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As of today, you'll find 339 apartments for rent in Des Moines, with a median rent price of $995 per month. Des Moines has seen a 9%—or $106—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$995Year Over Year Change
-9%
$106
Rentals available, last 30 days
339
The average rent in Des Moines, IA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $995, which is a 8.68% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines, IA is about $834. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines, IA is $1,035, and studios are about $750 per month.
See more Des Moines, IA rent data on our rent research page.
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6401 college ave
des moines, IA, 50324
1800 grand ave
des moines, IA, 50309
225 56th st
des moines, IA, 50312
316 37th st
des moines, IA, 50312
800 42nd st
des moines, IA, 50312
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Age Range
0-19
26%
20-34
24%
35-44
12%
45-64
23%
65+
12%
Language
English
80%
Spanish
9%
Indo Euro
2%
Asia Pac
4%
Other
2%
Education
No HS
13%
High School
49%
Bachelor's
28%
Master's
5%
Prof Degree
1%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
20%
25-50k
25%
50-75k
19%
75-100k
13%
100-150k
13%
150k+
7%
Des Moines locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Des Moines is through Kansas City International Airport, 168.22 miles away.
Scores for Des Moines are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Des Moines, 54% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Des Moines
Pet friendly
100%Satisfaction rating
Job market
78%Satisfaction rating
Public transportation
78%Satisfaction rating
Other Things to Consider
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How we got this dataThe overall cost of living in Des Moines, IA is 14% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Des Moines you can expect groceries to cost on par with the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.47 per carton, and milk $4.76. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $119.38 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
| CATEGORY | AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Utilities | 19% lower |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Health | 13% lower |
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4d ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$799–$1,636
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$509–$768
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 11
4d ago
Verified
4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,283
Apartment for rent
15h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Fort Des Moines apartment for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
2 baths
$1,140
$885
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$799–$1,636
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$509–$768
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 11
4d ago
Verified
4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,283
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$799–$1,636
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$509–$768
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 11
4d ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$799–$1,636
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,283
Apartment for rent
15h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$745–$1,025
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,125–$1,550
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$799–$1,636
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,283
Apartment for rent
15h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$799–$1,636
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,283
Apartment for rent
1m ago
Verified
2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$2,354
Apartment for rent
1m ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,755
$3,053
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$845–$1,195
Apartment for rent
5h ago
3600 Kennedy Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Highland Park house for rent in Des Moines
Garage parking | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
House for rent
1m ago
Verified
2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$2,354
Apartment for rent
1m ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,755
$3,053
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$845–$1,195
Apartment for rent
5h ago
3600 Kennedy Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
1m ago
Verified
2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$2,354
Apartment for rent
1m ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,755
$3,053
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$845–$1,195
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