Apartments for Rent in East Village
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District at 6th Apartments
201 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
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STUDIO$825+1 BED$1,204+2 BEDS$1,500+3 BEDS$1,524+
City Square Lofts
240 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
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STUDIO$767+1 BED$919+2 BEDS$1,000+3 BEDS$1,174+
The Scott at East Village
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
STUDIO$725+1 BED$850+2 BEDS$1,275+
East Village Square
333 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
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1 BED, 1 BATH$2,075
Incredible Top-Floor 1BR with Skyline View...
309 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$2,150
Furnished Penthouse 1 bed 1 bath Downtown ...
400 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,500
300 Walnut St Unit 906
300 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$2,700
400 E Walnut St
400 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
STUDIO$1,144+1 BED$1,259+2 BEDS$1,656+3 BEDS$2,380+
Velocity
200 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50309 -
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The Maverick
1400 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
Des Moines at a Glance
East Village Neighborhood
Located on the eastern side of the Des Moines River, the neighborhood begins at the river and extends several blocks beyond the State Capitol to East Fourteenth Street. On the north, East Village is bounded by Des Moines Street, and on the south by Vine, which seems appropriate considering that East Village is the site of Des Moines’ annual Wine Festival, “Sips and the City.”
The East Village is the site of many local events, including Bike Night and Blues Before Sunset, among others. It’s a funky, trendy neighborhood, filled with boutiques, great restaurants, and fun entertainment. Among this artsy community’s assets are the Look Look Garden and Hansen Triangle, which showcases outstanding sculpture by world-renowned artists.
Among the most important historic buildings located in East Village is the Iowa State Capitol Building, dating to 1866. This building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features a gold-leafed dome, grand staircase, and ornate woodworking, all of which can be seen on a one-hour tour.
Other historic restorations in the area house residents, retail space, and other commercial enterprises. East Village is known for its hip vibe and lively atmosphere, taking the best of historic Des Moines and mixing it with contemporary flair.
The area is active at night with dining, clubs, and music performances. During the day, it’s an engaging retail environment and site of street markets, festivals, and outdoor events in warmer weather.
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Des Moines
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Highland Park 616 Sq Ft $600/mo
- North Oak Park 629 Sq Ft $614/mo
- Oak Park 620 Sq Ft $632/mo
- South Park 640 Sq Ft $761/mo
- Easter Lake Area 654 Sq Ft $771/mo
- Indianola Hills 552 Sq Ft $771/mo
- Doudna Heights-Glen Oaks 673 Sq Ft $815/mo
- Beaverdale 685 Sq Ft $818/mo
- Cottage Grove 598 Sq Ft $818/mo
- Carpenter 594 Sq Ft $825/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Des Moines $1,182/mo
- Pleasant Hill $909/mo
- Windsor Heights $1,040/mo
- Ankeny $1,159/mo
- Carlisle $794/mo
- Norwalk $496/mo
- Altoona $1,340/mo
- West Des Moines $1,273/mo
- Johnston $1,217/mo
- Indianola $778/mo
- Clive $831/mo
- Urbandale $930/mo
- Grimes $1,086/mo
- Waukee $1,238/mo
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