Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 11/14/2025
Des MoinesâWest Des Moines offers a balanced rental market that caters to a wide variety of lifestyles, from compact studio apartments to spacious family homes. Apartment options are abundant across the metro area, with studio units averaging in the $900s and median rents just under $950, while oneâbedroom apartments typically sit in the $1,200 range. Larger floor plans remain competitive, with twoâbedroom apartments averaging about $1,350 and threeâbedroom units around $1,430, making it easy for renters to find a size that fits both their space needs and budget. The market also supports premium fourâplusâbedroom apartments, where average rents approach the $2,500 mark, ideal for larger households seeking extra room.
Singleâfamily homes complement the apartment inventory, providing attractive alternatives for those who prefer a more traditional living setting. Studio houses average close to $1,200, while oneâbedroom homes hover near the $1,000 range, offering a costâeffective choice for couples or solo renters. Midâsize homes with two bedrooms are priced comparably to their apartment counterparts, and threeâbedroom houses typically reach the $1,800 range. The most spacious homesâfour bedrooms and upâmaintain a steady premium, with averages around $2,400. Residents enjoy convenient access to downtown Des Moines, the historic East Village, and vibrant cultural venues, while also benefiting from wellâconnected transit routes and abundant green spaces throughout the metro region.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $926 | $850 | $600 - $1,450 | $795 - $1,099 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,966 | $1,077 | $500 - $88,000 | $875 - $1,242 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,382 | $1,332 | $798 - $3,546 | $1,101 - $1,638 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,448 | $1,297 | $850 - $2,749 | $1,150 - $1,640 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,150 | $950 | $600 - $2,700 | $850 - $1,050 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,278 | $1,285 | $650 - $1,825 | $1,100 - $1,495 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,840 | $1,795 | $1,150 - $2,800 | $1,575 - $2,095 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,361 | $2,395 | $775 - $5,250 | $2,095 - $2,550 |
In the current period, the average rent in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA was $927 for Studio, $1,913 for 1 Bedroom, $1,352 for 2 Bedroom, $1,649 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,248 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.