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Apartments Under $1,200 in Des Moines, IA

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$920
Fleur MHC, LLC
7301 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$815 - 920
Old Main Apartments
1217 24th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Section 8
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35
$1,100
915 Mulberry
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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6
$897 - 1,015
Recently Updated Apartments Near To Shopping, Dining, And Public Transportation
3000-3120 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$975
One Month Free - Immediate Move In!
1219 34th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$1,125
Forest Ave - Luxury Off-campus Housing!
3103 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$895
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$775
253 Franklin
253 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,125
Park Indy Rowhomes!
3130 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$750
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit K Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
701 Monona Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$850
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit B Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Mar. 14, 2026
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$1,200
700 Monona Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
703 Monona Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$847 - 1,100
Court Ave Lofts
308 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$575 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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38
$695 - 960
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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32
$897 - 1,195
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Mar. 5, 2026
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18
$1,085 - 1,664
Rocket Transfer Lofts
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320 SW 7th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,049 - 1,092
The Residences At River View
1405 SE 1St St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$775 - 795
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,045 - 1,090
Park Avenue By Broadmoor
4400 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
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$765 - 995
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
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$897 - 1,197
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Mar. 16, 2026
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41
$925 - 1,049
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
2270 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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5
$815 - 1,025
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$995 - 1,050
Drake Terrace Apartments
1100 24th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$790 - 845
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer Waived Application Fees And One Month Free W/ New 13 Month Leases!!!!
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 228 apartments under $1,200 in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 853 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 2,510 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 3,095 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Des Moines.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Des Moines, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Des Moines based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $34,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Drake University
  2. Euclid Heights
  3. East Village
  4. College
  5. Woodland Heights

Apartments Under $1,200 in Des Moines, IA: February Rental Information

Welcome to the February 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 2026 key findings and figures for the Des Moines rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Des Moines and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Des Moines.
0 12 25 37 50 <$600 $640 $720 $800 $880 $960 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 $1,600 $1,680
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,040, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,740. Out of the 2,873 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 2,497 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 87% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
Urbandale, IA
Indianola, IA
Altoona, IA
Adel, IA
Waukee, IA
Johnston, IA
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In February 2026, there were a number of outstanding apartments available for rent in the Des Moines, IA metro area for under $1,200. The data shows a range of options throughout the region, including Des Moines itself and the surrounding cities of Mitchellville, Granger, Bondurant, Urbandale, Carlisle, Van Meter, Norwalk, Waukee, Indianola, Clive, West Des Moines, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Windsor Heights, Prairie City, Adel, Altoona, Ankeny, Baxter, Dallas Center, and Grimes. With a total inventory of 374, renters in Des Moines and its surrounding areas have a variety of affordable options to consider when searching for their new apartment.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in February M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 217 +0.91%
West Des Moines, IA 32 +0.96%
Ankeny, IA 30 +0.97%
Urbandale, IA 15 +0.95%
Indianola, IA 11 +0.88%
Altoona, IA 7 +1.0%
Adel, IA 6 +1.14%
Waukee, IA 6 +0.91%
Johnston, IA 6 +0.94%
Grimes, IA 5 +1.09%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $1,200 7,005
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 52
Pet friendly 622
Utilities included 94
Furnished 5
Studio 188
1 Bedroom 248
2 Bedroom 311
Square footage 287 - 1,012

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, Euclid heights, East village, College, Woodland heights
Drake University 13
Euclid Heights 12
East Village 10
College 10
Woodland Heights 9
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