
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $900 (5 Rentals)
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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 | $1,393 | $1,295 | $1,590 |
| Central Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,075 | $1,822 |
| Central Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,499 | $2,225 |
| Central Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $2,149 | $2,280 |
| Central Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $2,528 | $2,528 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Heights by Vintage priced from $1,099. Chelsea By the Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Central Des Moines apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Viewpoint | 0x1 Medium | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Des Moines, WA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Des Moines area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Majestic Bay in the in the Central Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Central Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Spinnaker Apartments starting at $2,120 with a $2.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Bay | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Creekwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Whispering Brook Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
| Viewpoint | 0x1 Medium | Studio ,1BA | $3.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Des Moines is under $2,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Central Des Moines is Heights by Vintage which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in Central Des Moines costs $2,528.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 6 regular apartments in Central Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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