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510 Wapello St S
510 Wapello St SMediapolis, IA 52637
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Park Madison Apartments
2917 Madison AveBurlington, IA 52601
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206 N 3rd StBurlington, IA 52601
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4051 West AveBurlington, IA 52601
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Des Moines County, IA Local Guide
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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 | $972 | $825 | $1,200 |
| Des Moines County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $843 | $500 | $1,300 |
| Des Moines County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $641 | $1,700 |
| Des Moines County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $858 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Des Moines County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Moines County, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at 510 Wapello St S priced from $641. Park Madison Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Moines County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 510 Wapello St S | Unit 38 | 2BR,1BA | $641 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Burlington Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 312 | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Nexus TownHomes | 514 Layne Drive | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Urbane424 Apartments | A11 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines County area is the $0.89 price per square foot Churchill Lofts - 316 Model at Churchill Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,498. The second greatest value Des Moines County apartment is the 902 N 7th St Model at 902 N 7th St, Unit Spacious 1 Bedroom starting at $1,200 with a $0.99 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. |
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| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 316 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 902 N 7th St, Unit Spacious 1 Bedroom | 902 N 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Nexus TownHomes | 510 Layne Drive | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 312 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 510 Wapello St S | Unit 38 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Burlington Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 716 Aetna St, Unit 718 | 716 Aetna St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines County?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines County is Park Madison Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Des Moines County costs $1,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Des Moines County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Des Moines County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Des Moines County?
Cheap apartments in Des Moines County have an average cost of $226 which is $1,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines County.
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