Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury at R&T Lofts in downtown Des Moines. Our pet-friendly community offers studio, one, and two-bedroom lofts and townhomes featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, and expansive windows with city views. Residents enjoy amenities like a rooftop courtyard, fitness center, and direct skywalk access. Embrace vibrant urban living at R&T Lofts.
Historic charm meets modern loft-living in the heart of vibrant downtown Des Moines. Formerly home to The Register and Tribune for 95 years, R&T Lofts is now home to 164 high-end studio, 1 & 2 bedroom lofts and townhomes. R&T maintains iconic details of the newspaper hub with modern amenities across the 15 story tower. Take a look around and discover all this thriving community has to offer.
Apartment for rent
$1,300/mo
717 Locust St UNIT 202, Des Moines, IA 50309
2beds
1,172sqft
Price is base rent and doesn't include required fees.
Apartment
Available Wed Jun 11 2025
Cats, dogs OK
-- A/C
-- Laundry
-- Parking
-- Heating
What's special
Granite countertopsIn-unit laundryRooftop courtyardStainless steel appliances
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Elevator
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,172 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: 24hr. Emergency maintenance, Bicycle storage, Conference Room, Corporate housing, Game Room, On-Site Maintenance, Package Receiving, Short Term Lease
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 2017
Building
Details
- Building name: R&T Lofts
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 5/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 5/12/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,300+2.4%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/27/2020 | Listing removed | $1,270$1/sqft |
Source: TWG Management, LLC | ||
| 8/10/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,270-19.4%$1/sqft |
Source: TWG Management, LLC | ||
Neighborhood: Downtown Des Moines
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There are 30 available units in this apartment building