Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines
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The Des Moines Building
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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City Square Lofts
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Treehouse Apartments
2225-2315 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
Des Moines at a Glance
Downtown Des Moines is just south of I-235, with the Des Moines River running along the eastern side and the Raccoon River to the south. Downtown Des Moines is home to Drake University, a top-ranking private university that is considered one of the nation’s best. The Wells Fargo Arena, home to rodeos, live concerts, and special events, is also downtown.
As the heart of the city, Downtown Des Moines isn’t your typical downtown area. Yes, there are skyscrapers and major businesses, but there are also elegant, historic homes along shady, tree-lined streets, soaring cathedrals, federal buildings, shops, and restaurants. Be sure to stop in and visit the Hoyt Sherman Place Museum after you’ve chosen an apartment in Downtown Des Moines. Sherman was one of the city’s original founders, and his mansion contains some amazing art and antiques. A large, ornate theater is also located at the site.
In addition to Drake University, Downtown Des Moines is home to Mercy College of Health Sciences, Des Moines University, and Des Moines Community College. In addition to the colleges, Downtown is home to the Science Center and IMAX Dome Theater, the Iowa Events Center, and the Civic Center. Bridges link this neighborhood to the eclectic shops and restaurants of Historic East Village, the River Walk, the State Capitol, and State Historical Museum.
The Historic East Village is the shopping and dining hub of Downtown Des Moines. If you want to live in an area surrounded by amazing shops, restaurants, and entertainment, then look for your Downtown Des Moines apartment in the East Village. This area is home to coffee houses such as the Village Bean, nightclubs such as Wooly’s and Lime Lounge, tea houses that include Gong Fu Tea, antique stores, specialty shops, and boutiques. For more shopping, Jordan Creek Town Center is located nearby. Known as a regional mall, it is the largest in the state.
As both an historic district and an area where two rivers converge, the neighborhood is close to many parks and lakes. The Iowa Trails system runs along the river to the west. A number of golf courses, both public and private, are a short drive away. State parks and reservoirs to the north are popular recreational areas, too.
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Des Moines
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Doudna Heights-Glen Oaks 661 Sq Ft $723/mo
- Beaverdale 663 Sq Ft $738/mo
- Easter Lake Area 653 Sq Ft $756/mo
- South Park 655 Sq Ft $757/mo
- Pioneer Park 661 Sq Ft $796/mo
- Greater South Side 623 Sq Ft $822/mo
- Watrous South 602 Sq Ft $828/mo
- Southwestern Hills 628 Sq Ft $882/mo
- Martin-Hickman 575 Sq Ft $900/mo
- Drake 595 Sq Ft $919/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Des Moines $1,198/mo
- Pleasant Hill $953/mo
- Windsor Heights $1,082/mo
- Ankeny $1,129/mo
- Carlisle $723/mo
- Norwalk $1,319/mo
- West Des Moines $1,294/mo
- Altoona $1,423/mo
- Johnston $1,336/mo
- Indianola $818/mo
- Clive $943/mo
- Urbandale $1,051/mo
- Waukee $1,209/mo
- Grimes $1,011/mo
- Elkhart $354/mo
- Polk City $750/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Downtown Des Moines
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $1,152.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $1,575.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $2,121.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Downtown Des Moines is $2,697.
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