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How many bedrooms do you need?
1 of 7
$1,300
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Carport + more
1 of 1
$1,245
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Parking, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 1
3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Duplex with quick access to I-235 downtown!(515) 393-2041
1527 Des Moines Street, Des Moines IA 50316
$1,195
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Parking, Air conditioning, Furnished, and Range
1 of 1
3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom with partially fenced yard(515) 393-2041
1404 East 25th Street, Des Moines IA 50317
$1,195
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Parking, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 1
2-Bedroom Townhouse Available for Rent!(515) 506-1330
1235 Southeast Village View Lane, Ankeny IA 50021
Contact for Availability
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Garage, and Extra storage
1 of 21
$2,295
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly and Walk in closets
1 of 1
2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom home with large garage(515) 393-2041
3101 Cleveland Avenue, Des Moines IA 50317
$1,295
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Garage, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 12
$775
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Cats allowed, All utils included, Parking, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
1 of 1
$2,450
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
1 of 27
$1,500
1 unit available
1 bed
Amenities
Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
1 of 8
$1,195
1 unit available
1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, and Media room
1 of 11
$2,295
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning + more
1 of 8
$600
1 unit available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, and Concierge
1 of 15
$925
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, Concierge, and Range
1 of 10
$1,580
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Walk in closets, and Air conditioning
1 of 9
$1,090
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, and Concierge
Average rent in Polk County, Iowa
Studio
$945
1 Bed
$1,158
2 Beds
$1,309
3+ Beds
$1,742
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Polk County, the average rent is $945 for a studio, $1,158 for a 1-bedroom, $1,309 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,742 for a 3-bedroom.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find apartments that allow pets.
The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Polk County.
You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Polk County. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Drake University, Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center, Iowa State University, Grand View University, and Des Moines Area Community College.