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MidCentury, technicolor Ranch w/yard, w+d, parking
- Ranch home in Des Moines' friendly Beaverdale neighborhood - Steps from grocery store, ice cream shop+dining - Blocks to more dining+shops - Less than 5 minutes from Drake University - Around 10 minutes from downtown, Des Moines, Arts Center, parks - Easy access within 15 minutes to suburbs - 1000+ feet with open living, dining and kitchen, 2 beds, 1 bath, laundry and on-site parking - Outdoor front porch, back patio+fire pit - Perfect for a family or two couples ***Send your special requests!

Heartland BNB~Hot Tub~Sauna~fire table~2 kings
Comfort and convenience await your arrival at this centrally located home just minutes from downtown Des Moines and next to Ingersoll nightlife. This home has been newly renovated and designed for traveling families and business professionals alike. Soak away the stress in the 7 person hot tub or sweat it all out in the outdoor 5 person sauna! Grill on the patio and relax by the fire, before going to sleep in 2 very stylish and comfortable king bedrooms located on the main floor. Book Now!!

Effortless Landing near Airport
Welcome to the Effortless Landing! Our super clean and comfy, Boho style retreat. Private keyless entry with off street parking. Enjoy a queen bed, additional pull out queen bed in the couch, great local coffee, & all the amenities like fiber wifi, TV, full kitchen, & laundry. Add that to the wonderful surroundings of the city of Des Moines, in a quiet, centrally located neighborhood. Conveniently located 4 minutes from the Des Moines International Airport, & 7 minutes to Downtown Des Moines!

Cozy Historic Escape
This comfortable bungalow is stylish with historic charm. The front porch is perfect for morning coffee. The main living space has original hardwood floors and classic brick fireplace with craftsman style built-ins. The house also has fenced in backyard with patio for enjoying temperate days. It is centrally and conveniently located close to Des Moines Playhouse, ~6 minutes from Casey’s Center and Downtown Des Moines, ~13 minutes to Jordan Creek Town Center, and ~15 minutes to DSM Airport.

The Cow Tipper: Hot Tub • Game Room • Fire Pit
Welcome to The Cow Tipper! Near the heart of Downtown Des Moines sits this historic, fully remodeled, 4 bed & 2 bath home that can sleep up to 10 guests. Key offerings: - 6 person SPA - Fire-pit (bring your own wood) - Propane Grill - Game room with a Wii & Arcade - Large kitchen w/cooking essentials - Fast WIFI & Smart TVs in every room Within two miles of the Iowa Event Center, Casey's Center & Hospitals. 10min from the Airport. Walking distance to local restaurants, shops and parks

Peaceful Setting & Modern Style
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to your own private oasis with this charming 2 Bedroom Airbnb. The house provides present-day amenities while still honoring the original 1930s character. You’ll enjoy a new and sparkling clean kitchen, complete with all the appliances and utensils you need. The bathroom, laundry, dining room, reading nook and living room have all been beautifully updated as well, ensuring that you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

The Carol Anne-Charming 2bd/2ba Victorian near DT!
This Victorian-era duplex is the perfect mix of Victorian and modern for all the comforts of home. Perfect for quick or extended trips. Location can't be beat: Walking distance to Drake University. Minutes by car to downtown, hospitals, Ingersoll district and proximity to I-235 gets you anywhere in the city. Off street parking/electronic locks make check-in a easy. 2 large bedrooms w/queen beds, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, closets, and more making it ideal for multiple guests!

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower
My home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood of Ankeny with a 16 min. drive to downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. The high trestle trail is about 8 blocks away with a nice park 1 block away. The highlight of my home is the newly remodeled bedrooms and bathroom. There are queen beds in each of the bedrooms. The guest bed is brand new. The living room has a 55” LG OLED 4k TV with a PlayStation 5. I have high-speed cable internet with cable through slingTV.

The Office, Pet Friendly 2 BD/1 BA-near Downtown!
“The Office" is a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Dunder Mifflin themed duplex near downtown Des Moines. It's decorated with inspiration from the TV show, featuring themed decor and iconic quotes. The bedrooms offer comfortable sleeping arrangements, and the living room is a cozy space dedicated to "The Office" ambiance. The duplex has a kitchen, a flat-screen TV, board games, and offers a unique and central location with plenty of free parking for fans and travelers alike.

Winter Stay by Ingersoll Ave & Drake Univ
Cozy, winter-ready home one block from Ingersoll Ave and minutes from Drake University. Enjoy fast Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, comfortable beds, and a fully equipped kitchen for warm nights in. Walk to Ingersoll’s restaurants and coffee shops, with easy access to Downtown DSM and Drake. Self check-in and easy parking make this ideal for remote workers, business travelers, families, and extended winter stays. ✨ Weekly and monthly winter discounts available.

Woodland Heights hist. district house on the hill.
Beautiful historic duplex house in the heart of woodland heights. Walking distance to downtown and next to Ingersoll avenue which is full of shops, bars, restaurants and more. Our place allows 2 parking spots on site with a side entrance to your upstairs Airbnb. The 800+ sq ft space includes a private kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room, and balcony with views of downtown. Picnic table and grassy area below balcony can be used on those nice Iowa days.

White Oak Hillside Oasis
Our 3 bedroom hilltop 1950’s home with wonderful views of the capital and city of Des Moines is the perfect place for your stay. Nestled just south of downtown in a quiet historic Italian neighborhood, you are within walking distance from a world class brewery, bars, restaurants and miles of walking and biking trails surrounding Gray’s Lake. We are within a few miles of everything else that the downtown area of Des Moines has to offer!
Popular amenities for Des Moines house rentals
House rentals with a pool

New Arrival Peaceful Comfort Calm & Private

Comfortable and Spacious Five Bedroom Home

Urbandale Oasis

Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35

Sleeps 16/GameRM/Pool/Hot tub/Large backyard/Pets

Summer House DSM

Urban Oasis with Pool & Hot Tub

Grimes Getaway with pool
Weekly house rentals

Des Moines Bungalow in Drake University Area

Charming Remodeled Home

Charlie's Place

The Draper-MCM Spacious Ranch minutes to it all

Modern 3BR Near Drake + Downtown | Spacious & Cozy

Kathy's Crib | 3BR Retro Style

Easy Des Moines Location Close to Restaurants

Spacious Home, 2 Car Garage, Fast WiFi, Fireplace
Private house rentals

Retro 2 Bedroom APT in Waukee, IA

Stunning Suburban Home in Quiet Neighborhood

Waterbury Bungalow

Warm and inviting ranch

Sweet Cottage

Entire Bungalow in Convenient/Central Location!

2Bed/Fast Wi-Fi/Cooking Kitchen/Washer and Dryer

The Cozy Cottage
When is the best time to visit Des Moines?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $171 NZD | $180 NZD | $183 NZD | $193 NZD | $207 NZD | $218 NZD | $218 NZD | $227 NZD | $198 NZD | $183 NZD | $185 NZD | $182 NZD |
| Avg. temp | -5°C | -3°C | 4°C | 11°C | 17°C | 22°C | 24°C | 23°C | 19°C | 12°C | 4°C | -2°C |
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Des Moines holiday rentals start at $34 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
300 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
250 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
410 of Des Moines holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Des Moines rentals

4.8 Average rating
Des Moines stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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