Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer SE Des Moines N Neighborhood of Altoona, IA from $900 (7 Rentals)

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Outer SE Des Moines N, Altoona, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer SE Des Moines N Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer SE Des Moines N area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside East priced from $800. Grand Homes (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Outer SE Des Moines N apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Cypress IIElevated 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$847

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer SE Des Moines N, IA

As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer SE Des Moines N area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2x2 Birch Model at Ironwood in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,380. The second greatest value Outer SE Des Moines N apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer SE Des Moines N apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ironwood2x2 Birch2BR,2BA$1.18
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
The Cottages of Pleasant HillTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.09
Peterson Place Apartments772 BUILDING2BR,1BA$0.99
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative2BR2BR,1BA$1.18
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Bridlewood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Venbury Trail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer SE Des Moines N

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer SE Des Moines N?

There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in Outer SE Des Moines N, IA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $3,491. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer SE Des Moines N ranging from $945 to $3,825.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer SE Des Moines N?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer SE Des Moines N ranges from $945 to $3,825 with an average monthly rent of $1,655.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer SE Des Moines N?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer SE Des Moines N range from $975 to $3,491, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.

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