
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $600 (25 Rentals)
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Central Des Moines, Des Moines, WA Local Guide

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 | $1,343 | $1,150 | $1,533 |
| Central Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $999 | $1,956 |
| Central Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $677 | $2,542 |
| Central Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $2,249 | $3,095 |
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There are currently 25 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 2 Beds unit found at Heights by Vintage priced from $677. 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 | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $677 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 1x1 Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Des Moines, WA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Des Moines area is the $2.55 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at Arbors of Des Moines in the in the Central Des Moines neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Central Des Moines apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Spinnaker Apartments starting at $1,851 with a $2.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbors of Des Moines | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.55 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| MARINA CLUB | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Majestic Bay | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 1x1 Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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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 $3,095.
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 $999, while the average apartment in Central Des Moines costs $2,672.
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 11 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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