Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$950 - $2,810
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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Life in Des Moines combines city living with Midwestern hospitality. The city's climate-controlled skywalk system connects downtown buildings, making it easy to navigate the urban core year-round, while the Principal Riverwalk offers scenic pathways along the Des Moines River. Gray's Lake Park spans 167 acres with boat rentals and floating boardwalks, and art enthusiasts can explore the Des Moines Art Center or the Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Western Gateway. The East Village neighborhood features local boutiques and galleries housed in historic buildings.
Housing options in Des Moines include character-filled homes in Sherman Hill and apartment communities in downtown, with established neighborhoods like Beaverdale showcasing its signature brick homes. The city serves as a hub for insurance and financial services, with major employers including Principal Financial Group and Wells Fargo. Drake University enhances the community's educational landscape, while signature events like the Iowa State Fair draw international crowds. The city's cultural calendar includes the Des Moines Arts Festival and the World Food & Music Festival. Des Moines was established as Fort Des Moines in 1843 before adopting its current name in 1857.
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 November 2025, the average apartment rent in Des Moines, IA is $816 for a studio, $983 for one bedroom, $1,092 for two bedrooms, and $1,472 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Des Moines has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$983/month
645 Sq Ft
House
$1,337/month
1,027 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,228/month
854 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,737/month
1,370 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Des Moines, IA is 15.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Des Moines is 35.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $816 - $1,472. You can expect to pay 1.7% less for groceries, 19.7% less for utilities, and 3.1% 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
Public
Grades PK-6
528 Students
Public
Grades K-5
438 Students
Public
Grades K-5
423 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
398 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
391 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
634 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
654 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
359 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
664 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
451 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,040 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,458 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
991 Students
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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
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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 November 2025.