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De Soto, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available De Soto Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in De Soto, IA is a Studio unit found at Fountain Terrace priced from $795. SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable De Soto apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fountain TerraceNeptuneStudio,1BA$795
SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$800
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingMicroStudio,1BA$825
Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments2 bed2BR,1BA$855
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2BGLNCabcrn2BR,1BA$895
Brick Towne at Waukee Central1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Prairie Grass at WaukeeIndigo VistaStudio,1BA$976
The Pitch1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Brick Towne at Kettlestone1bd 1bath1BR,1BA$1,000
Bricks at Waukee East ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,009

Best Value Apartments for Rent in De Soto, IA and Nearby

As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the De Soto area is the $1.13 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe Townhomes in the starting from $2,700. The second greatest value De Soto apartment is the Solana Model at Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes starting at $2,200 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for De Soto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Platinum Pointe TownhomesPlatinum Pointe - 4 Bed4BR,3BA$1.13
Stratford Crossing Flats TownhomesSolana3BR,3.5BA$1.05
Painted Woods VillasPearson3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Cove at Kettlestone TownhomesKS 2 Bed Deck Interior2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Sunrise MeadowsB2 - Barbados2BR,2BA$1.10
11Fifty on OlsonThe Connection (C3)2BR,2BA$1.29
Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments2 bed2BR,1BA$0.99
Lift at Jordan CreekAmplify1BR,1BA$1.34
SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.23
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2BNCab2BR,1BA$1.21

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Fountain Terrace listed at $795.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.