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R&T Lofts


717 Locust St Des Moines, IA

Studio - 2 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

669 - 1,569 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,020 - $1,025
736 ft2
2 Available
Unit 715
$1,020
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Unit 615
$1,025
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,020
834 ft2
1 Available
Unit 508
$1,020
Available Now
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,100
669 ft2
1 Available
Unit 530
$1,100
Available Now
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Studio • 1 Bath
$950
851 ft2
1 Available
Unit 208
$950
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,000
689 ft2
1 Available
Unit 404
$1,000
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,050
715 ft2
1 Available
Unit 503
$1,050
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,425
815 ft2
1 Available
Unit 709
$1,425
Available Apr 2nd, 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
$1,800
1569 ft2
2 Available
Unit 323
$1,800
Available Now
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Unit 423
$1,800
Available Apr 17th, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,450
919 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1304
$1,450
Available Feb 19th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,420
1166 ft2
1 Available
Unit 402
$1,420
Available Feb 27th, 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 24 hours ago
Contact Number: (855) 604-8917
Property manager information
TWG Management
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Office Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 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.
Studio
Suggested income:
$36,800
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$41,700
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$57,600
per year
Rent report

R&T Lofts Rent vs. Des Moines Average

 R&T Lofts      Des Moines Average
Studio
$1,023
$983
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400
1BR
$1,158
$1,127
$0
$400
$800
$1,200
$1,600
2BR
$1,601
$1,165
$0
$550
$1,100
$1,650
$2,200

R&T Lofts is asking 4% more than the average studio apartment in Des Moines.

If you upsized to an average priced Des Moines 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 13% more per month.

R&T Lofts provides 68% more square footage than the average Des Moines studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
R&T Lofts
Studio $1,023 $1.30 $3,069
1BR $1,158 $1.60 $3,475
2BR $1,601 $1.30 $4,803
Des Moines Average
Studio $983 $2.20 $2,950
1BR $1,127 $1.70 $3,382
2BR $1,165 $1.30 $3,494
3BR $1,419 $1.20 $4,256
4BR $1,761 $1.10 $5,283

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 509 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
17% 34% 40% 8% 1%
Available Units in Des Moines
Studio 212
1BR 438
2BR 509
3BR 103
4BR 16
Location
Nearby Colleges

Des Moines Area Community College

Drake University

Des Moines Area Community College

Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Iowa Methodist Medical Center 0.39 mi.
Mercy Medical Center Des Moines 0.86 mi.
Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines 0.88 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
King County Fire Protection District 26 2.15 mi.
Des Moines Fire Department 3.29 mi.
Saylor Township Fire Department 3.84 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 13 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. 9 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 669 to 1,569 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 studio, 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 $950 to $1,800. R&T Lofts has studio units available starting at $950, 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,000, and 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,420.
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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