
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Des Moines Beach Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $500 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Des Moines Beach area of Des Moines.


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Chelsea By the Bay

Silverwood Park

Bayview Meadows Apartments

Bay Club Apartments

Whispering Brook Apartments

Marina Club

1011 Kent Des Moines Rd
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The Bentley

Villa Des Moines

21640 30th Ave S

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Creekwood

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El Mirador Apartments

22981 Marine View Dr S

2620 S 227th Pl

24203 36th Ave S

Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living

Heights by Vintage

Viewpoint Apartment

Madronas Apartments

Landing at Angle Lake
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Amelia at Angle Lake

Sandpiper

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Alexan Gateway

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Skyview 3322

2425 S 207th St

2013 S 249th St

Abbey Ridge

Belvedere at Apen Heights
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Connection Angle Lake

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19822 Military Rd S
Des Moines Beach, Des Moines, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Beach Studio Apartments | $1,545 | $899 | $1,859 |
| Des Moines Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $999 | $2,684 |
| Des Moines Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,650 | $3,174 |
| Des Moines Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $2,149 | $3,095 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Des Moines Beach Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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Cheapest Available Des Moines Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Des Moines Beach area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living priced from $899. The Drexel Des Moines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here are the most affordable Des Moines Beach apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living | S1 | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST T | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Landing at Angle Lake | One Bedroom -One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Whispering Brook Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Amelia at Angle Lake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines Beach, WA
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Des Moines Beach 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 Des Moines Beach apartment is the 2x2 Medium Model at Viewpoint Apartment starting at $2,291 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Central Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Moines Beach 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 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 2x2 Medium | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Creekwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Landing at Angle Lake | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines Beach Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Des Moines Beach?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Des Moines Beach is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines Beach?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines Beach is Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Des Moines Beach costs $2,334.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Des Moines Beach?
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 34 regular apartments in Des Moines Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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