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Apartments Under $1,200 in Des Moines, IA

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$868
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
8
$925 - 1,500
219 Grand Apartments
219 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
29
$765 - 1,518
Rosemont Place
2202 Se Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
24
$1,200 - 1,778
Station 121
121 12th Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
$1,065 - 1,195
Jordan Creek - 570
6565 Wistful Vista Dr. Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Wistful Vista
42
$975 - 1,075
Broadway Heights
Deal
4216 E 50th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
14
$635 - 770
Plaza View Apartments
6239 Southeast 5th Street Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Somerset
4
$895 - 985
Madison Flats
1720 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
Surface Parking
In Unit Laundry
Columbus Park
17
$875 - 999
Riverpoint Lofts
340 SW 7th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
16
$895 - 1,160
Melbourne
5515 SE 14th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
11
$850
Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola Ave. Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Senior Community
Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
25
$1,065 - 1,501
Ballyard Lofts
Deal
350 SW 2nd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
In Unit Laundry
Storage
Dishwasher
7
$825
Welbeck Rd 2 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled Units
2411 Welbeck Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Euclid Heights
30
3D Tour
$762 - 1,364
Somerset
6620 SE 5th Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Air Conditioning
11
$ Ask - 1,010
Park Winds
3608 E. Douglas Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Income Restricted
Section 8
29
$1,035
Crosswinds Apartments
1646 Hull Avenue E. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
15
$700 - 1,200
Lyn Crossing
2000 Meadow Chase Lane Des Moines, IA
1 - 4 BR | Ask for Availability
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Disability Access
30
$919 - 1,252
Rowat Lofts
601 E Vine Street Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
7
$660 - 785
Community Homes
5301/5307 Sw 9th Street Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Heat Included
Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
$725 - 979
Wakonda Village Apartments & Manor
4.0
1800 Watrous Avenue Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
23
$1,017
Prairie Winds Apartments
2207 E Park Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Income Restricted
Section 8
54
$828 - 1,181
Weston Park Apartments
4200 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
6
$1,200 - 1,550
The Winford
851 19Th St. Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Sherman Hill
7
$1,025
Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
Indianola Hills
32
$803 - 1,066
Sutton Hill
2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
12
$650 - 670
Stewart Park Apartments
1401 E Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
23
$1,133 - 1,477
City Square Lofts
240 E Walnut St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
1
$645 - 820
Oakview Terrace Apartments
2901 Boston Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Section 8
Euclid Heights
1
$750
The Kingston
1419 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Capitol East
6
$1,025
1118 26th St
Des Moines, IA
2 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 251 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 696 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 2,428 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 3,157 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. Euclid Heights
  2. Drake University
  3. College
  4. Sherman Hill
  5. East Village

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

Welcome to the December 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 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 15 30 45 60 <$600 $640 $720 $800 $880 $960 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 >$1,600
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,050, with the majority falling between $630 and $1,620. Out of the 2,747 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 2,428 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 88% 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
Adel, IA
Altoona, IA
Grimes, IA
Waukee, IA
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27
15
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6
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In December 2025, 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 393, 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 December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 195 +1.07%
West Des Moines, IA 30 +0.97%
Ankeny, IA 27 +0.92%
Urbandale, IA 15 +1.01%
Indianola, IA 9 +0.73%
Adel, IA 8 +0.98%
Altoona, IA 6 +1.12%
Grimes, IA 6 +0.97%
Waukee, IA 6 +1.0%
Johnston, IA 6 +0.97%

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

Available apartments under $1,200 6,765
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 42
Pet friendly 626
Utilities included 83
Furnished 5
Studio 158
1 Bedroom 270
2 Bedroom 383

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, College, Sherman hill, East village
Euclid Heights 29
Drake University 11
College 10
Sherman Hill 10
East Village 8
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