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R&T Lofts


717 Locust St Des Moines, IA

1 - 2 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

715 - 1,167 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
Deal

Summer Special at R&T Lofts - Apply now and move-in by August 15th to receive up to TWO MONTHS FREE! Call our leasing office today to learn more.
Floor plans
Studio • 1 Bath
$925
569 ft2
0 Available
Unit 801
$Ask
Rented
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Unit 501
$925
Rented
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Studio • 1 Bath
$875
590 ft2
0 Available
Unit 314
$875
Rented
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Unit 414
$875
Rented
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Studio • 1 Bath
$975 - $1,020
834 ft2
0 Available
Unit 308
$975
Rented
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Unit 408
$975
Rented
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Unit 608
$999
Rented
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Unit 708
$999
Rented
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Unit 508
$1,020
Rented
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Studio • 1 Bath
$975
573 ft2
0 Available
Unit 601
$975
Rented
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Studio • 1 Bath
$999
643 ft2
0 Available
Unit 614
$999
Rented
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,425
815 ft2
1 Available
Unit 709
$1,425
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,215
789 ft2
1 Available
Unit 612
$1,215
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,125
772 ft2
1 Available
Unit 415
$1,125
Available Aug 21st, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,100
858 ft2
1 Available
Unit 507
$1,100
Available Aug 25th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,150 - $1,250
715 ft2
2 Available
Unit 1103
$1,150
Available Aug 25th, 2026
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Unit 403
$1,250
Available Sep 9th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,535
1157 ft2
1 Available
Unit 426
$1,535
Available Now
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,500 - $1,625
1167 ft2
2 Available
Unit 702
$1,625
Available Now
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Unit 602
$1,500
Available Sep 9th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,550
1158 ft2
1 Available
Unit 428
$1,550
Available Sep 22nd, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,450
919 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1304
$1,450
Available Sep 23rd, 2026
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
81
Very Walkable
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Fitness Center
Storage
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Walk In Closets
Public Transportation
Controlled Access
Hardwood Floors
Large Windows
Downtown City Views
Virtual Walkthrough
Short Term Lease
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Large Closets
Coffee Bar
Pool Table
Near Grocery Store
Darts
Shuffle Board
Rooftop Courtyard
Community Room Featuring Free Wi-fi
On-site Maintenance
Microwave
Range / Oven
Dishwasher
Green Community
Ice Maker
Central A / C
Cable-ready
High-speed Internet
Granite Countertop
High / Vaulted Ceiling
Recently Renovated
New Property
Loft Layout
Elevator
24-hour Maintenance
Package Receiving
Stainless Steel Appliances
Clubhouse
Conference Room
Business Center
Yoga
Foosball Table
Bike Parking
Online Payments
Smoke-free Community
Online Community Portal
Restaurant
Roof Top Access
Roof Top Patio
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Park
Pet Friendly Community
Restrictions:

We can't wait to meet your furry friends! We allow two (2) pets per home with no breed or weight restrictions.There is a one-time pet fee of $300, due at move-in. Monthly pet rent is $45, per pet. Contact our leasing office for the full pet policy.

Number Limit:

2

Pet Fee: $300.0
Pet Rent: $45.0
Parking
Covered Parking
Off-street Parking
On-street Parking
Garage - Attached
More Info:

Gated parking garage available starting at $140/month. Parking spaces are assigned. Please call for full details.

Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

Available months 6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,24

Application Fee:

$60.00

Security Deposit:

$500.00

Property details
Description

Historic charm meets modern loft-living in the heart of vibrant downtown Des Moines. Formerly home to The Register and Tribune for 95 years, R&T Lofts is now home to 164 high-end studio, 1 & 2 bedroom lofts and townhomes. R&T maintains iconic details of the newspaper hub with modern amenities across the 15 story tower. Take a look around and discover all this thriving community has to offer.

Additional Details
Year Built: 2017
Total Unit Count: 164
Last Updated: Updated 7 hours ago
Contact Number: (855) 604-8917
Property manager information
TWG Management
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Office Hours
Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for R&T Lofts by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$43,400
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$55,200
per year
Rent report

R&T Lofts Rent vs. Des Moines Average

 R&T Lofts      Des Moines Average
1BR
$1,206
$1,055
$0
$400
$800
$1,200
$1,600
2BR
$1,532
$1,141
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000

R&T Lofts is asking 14% more than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Des Moines.

If you upsized to an average priced Des Moines 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 8% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Des Moines studio apartment, you would pay 8% less per month.

R&T Lofts provides 23% more square footage than the average Des Moines 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
R&T Lofts
1BR $1,206 $1.50 $3,617
2BR $1,532 $1.40 $4,596
Des Moines Average
Studio $978 $2.20 $2,933
1BR $1,055 $1.60 $3,164
2BR $1,141 $1.30 $3,422
3BR $1,469 $1.30 $4,408
4BR $1,858 $1.30 $5,574

Availability in Des Moines

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 507 2BR units on the market in Des Moines. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
12% 38% 44% 7% 1%
Available Units in Des Moines
Studio 136
1BR 437
2BR 507
3BR 76
4BR 7
Location
Nearby Colleges

Des Moines Area Community College

Drake University

Des Moines Area Community College

FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 12 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 12 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 4 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 715 to 1,167 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,100 to $1,625. R&T Lofts has 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,100 and 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,450.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 717 Locust St in Des Moines, IA. It's 1.7 miles southwest from the center of Des Moines.
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