Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$950 - $2,575 | Studio - 3 Beds
Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
Area Guide
Come feel the beat of the heartland in Iowa's capital city
Vibrant
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Active
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Urban
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Family-Oriented
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Midwestern
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Riverfront
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A vibrant gem in the heart of the prairie, Des Moines is named for the river that snakes through the city. This is Iowa's capital (and the county seat of Polk County), and it is filled with things to do. From concerts at the historic Salisbury House to the collections at Des Moines Art Center, and from the 81 miles of hiking and biking trails to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens, Des Moines offers so much that it was named one of the top 10 cities in which to live by US News.
Home to such companies as Meredith Corporation, Wells Fargo, Voya Financial, and Principal Financial Group, Des Moines is considered one of the nation's wealthiest cities. But you'll also have fun after moving to your Des Moines apartment -- the city offers amazing shops and restaurants in East Village, the nearby Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, the family-friendly Adventureland Park, and the fascinating Living History Farms. Festivals in Des Moines include the wildly popular Iowa State Fair, the Des Moines Art Festival, and the World Food & Music Festival.
Explore the City
The historic Iowa State Capitol was built in 1871
The Landmark Bridge is a pedestrian bridge with a glass bottom
Rent Trends
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Des Moines, IA is $825 for a studio, $991 for one bedroom, $1,093 for two bedrooms, and $1,454 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Des Moines has increased by 0.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$991/month
643 Sq Ft
House
$1,605/month
1,149 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,707/month
854 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,434/month
1,025 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Des Moines, IA is 13.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Des Moines is 31.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $825 - $1,454. You can expect to pay 0.5% less for groceries, 17.8% less for utilities, and 8.6% less for transportation.
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Transportation
53
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
31
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
45
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
391 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-6
528 Students
6
Public
Grades K-5
423 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
398 Students
6
Public
Grades K-5
322 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-8
391 Students
7
Public
Grades 6-8
654 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
634 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
664 Students
3
Public
Grades 6-8
603 Students
3
Public
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
451 Students
3
Public
Grades 9-12
2,040 Students
2
Public
Grades 9-12
1,458 Students
2
Public
Grades 9-12
991 Students
2
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Columbus Park
- Pioneer Park of Des Moines
- Mac Rae Park
- Science Center of Iowa
- James W. Cownie Soccer Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Des Moines International
Top Apartments in Des Moines
Houses for Rent in Des Moines
Property Management Companies in Des Moines, IA
Indigo Living
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43
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6,863
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22 Communities in Des Moines
Knapp Properties, LC.
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4
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Newbury Living
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19
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1,078
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8
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Sherman Associates
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35
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14
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8 Communities in Des Moines
Conlin Companies, Inc.
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14
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Perennial Properties Management
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12
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601
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5
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.