
Cheap Apartments for Rent in De Soto, IA from $800 (38 Rentals)
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SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

Center Stage

Windfield West

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Fountain Terrace

Prairie Grass at Waukee
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The Commons at Greenway Park

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

The Pitch

Mansions at Jordan Creek

Lift at Jordan Creek

Fireside at Waukee

Brick Towne at Kettlestone

The Winhall of Williams Pointe

Bricks at Waukee East Apartments
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Prairie Village Commons Apartments and Townhomes

The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

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Twin Eagles East

Stratford Pointe

Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Sunrise Meadows

11Fifty on Olson

Launch Townhomes

Converge NW
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Adel Village Apartments

1320 SE Florence Dr

606 Main St

1340 SE Florence Dr

1215 S 52nd St

1760 SE LA Grant Pkwy

Providence Lane Townhomes

Painted Woods Villas
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4173 Easton St

620 SE Westown Pkwy
De Soto, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in De Soto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Soto Studio Apartments | $982 | $825 | $1,513 |
| De Soto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $800 | $2,358 |
| De Soto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $855 | $2,365 |
| De Soto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $945 | $2,735 |
| De Soto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $2,295 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available De Soto Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in De Soto, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS in the Glynn Village neighborhood priced from $800. Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable De Soto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Micro | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Prairie Grass at Waukee | Indigo Vista | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Kettlestone Peak Apartments | Rainier | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2brtotalremodel | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Lift at Jordan Creek | Amplify | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Brick Towne at Kettlestone | 1bd 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Winhall of Williams Pointe | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,028 |
| Bricks at Waukee East Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in De Soto, IA and Nearby
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the De Soto area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value De Soto apartment is the Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe Townhomes starting at $2,700 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Dallas County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for De Soto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Platinum Pointe Townhomes | Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed | 4BR,3BA | $1.13 |
| Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes | Solana | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.05 |
| 11Fifty on Olson | The Mainstay (D3) | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Windfield West | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B2 - Barbados | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Twin Eagles East | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2BNCabGCntrcrn | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap De Soto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in De Soto?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in De Soto is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom De Soto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom De Soto Apartment is $800 at SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom De Soto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in De Soto is starting from $855 at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments.
What is the most affordable De Soto Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap De Soto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments and starts from $945.
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