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Westhampton

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Normandy 8

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,509 | $899 | $1,859 |
| Cheap Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $999 | $2,684 |
| Cheap Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $677 | $3,191 |
| Cheap Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $1,467 | $3,369 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Des Moines is under $1,335.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines is Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Des Moines costs $2,574.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Des Moines?
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 49 regular apartments in Des Moines 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?
Cheap apartments in Des Moines have an average cost of $255 which is $2,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
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