
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA from $500 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Des Moines County.


2911-2911 Market St

1418-1418 Smith St

Bel Aire Apartments

1417 1/2 S 12th St, Unit Cottage House

Caspian Village Apartments

Park Madison Apartments
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Westland Village

33 Village Ct

69 Village Ct

Stonegate Village Apartments
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516 South St

109 S Marshall St
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10994 115th Ave

Newbury Village Burlington Cooperative

116 N 5th St
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1510 S 10th St
Des Moines County, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines County Studio Apartments | $1,018 | $950 | $1,200 |
| Des Moines County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $827 | $515 | $1,495 |
| Des Moines County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $600 | $1,700 |
| Des Moines County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $1,250 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Des Moines County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Moines County, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alice Place West Burlington in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood priced from $515. Bel Aire Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Moines County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Place West Burlington | 1-Bedroom ADA | 1BR,1BA | $515 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westland Village | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 212 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Summer Street Apartments | Apartment 8 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines County area is the $1.12 price per square foot Blaul Lofts - 311 Model at Blaul Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Des Moines County apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at Alice Place West Burlington starting at $840 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Moines County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 311 | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 207 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Westland Village | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Summer Street Apartments | Apartment 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 2212 Piper Plz, Unit 3 | 2212 Piper Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 519 N Patsy St, Unit #1 | 519 N Patsy St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Moines County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Moines County Apartment is $515 at Alice Place West Burlington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Des Moines County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines County is starting from $695 at Bel Aire Apartments.
What is the most affordable Des Moines County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Des Moines County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nexus TownHomes and starts from $1,900.
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