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Des Moines Station
2060 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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Chelsea By the Bay
1823 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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Bayview Meadows Apartments
1835 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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23407 16th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Marina Club
2445 S 222nd StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Bay Club Apartments
2701 S 224th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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21800 Pacific Hwy SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Creekwood
2222 S 234th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Spinnaker Apartments
1145 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Hidden Harbor House
1625 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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Seaview Apartments
22800 28th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Drexel Des Moines
21639 29th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Regatta Apartments
1145 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Harbor Gate Apartments
2465 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Bentley
609 S 222nd StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Villa Des Moines
750 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Majestic Bay
2459 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Emerald Court
21600 24th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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22525 7th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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22022 6th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Heights by Vintage
21212 International BlvdSeatac, WA 98198
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21428 Pacific Hwy SSeatac, WA 98188
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,383 | $1,250 | $1,525 |
| Central Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $1,450 | $1,960 |
| Central Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $1,299 | $2,602 |
| Central Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,149 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Central Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Des Moines area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Des Moines Station priced from $1,250. Heights by Vintage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Central Des Moines apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Des Moines Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heights by Vintage | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Whispering Brook Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Marina Club | 1 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| Majestic Bay | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Creekwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,733 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,773 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Des Moines, WA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Des Moines area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1732 S 234th St Model at 1732 S 234th St, Unit 3 Bd 1bath upstairs house in the in the Woodmont neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Central Des Moines apartment is the 3BR/3.0BA Model at Arbors of Des Moines starting at $3,095 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Central Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1732 S 234th St, Unit 3 Bd 1bath upstairs house | 1732 S 234th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Arbors of Des Moines | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.55 |
| Heights by Vintage | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Creekwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Marina Club | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Majestic Bay | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.98 |
| Des Moines Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
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The cheapest apartment in Central Des Moines is Chelsea By the Bay which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Central Des Moines costs $2,351.
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