
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Des Moines Beach Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $500 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Des Moines Beach area of Des Moines.


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Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living

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Connection Angle Lake

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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 | $1,411 | $899 | $1,850 |
| Des Moines Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $999 | $2,200 |
| Des Moines Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,128 | $1,776 | $3,127 |
| Des Moines Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,792 | $1,988 | $3,295 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 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. Heights by Vintage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. 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 |
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 0x1 Small | Studio,1BA | $1,342 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Sea Fox | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST T | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Creekwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,476 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines Beach, WA
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Des Moines Beach area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $2,003. The second greatest value Des Moines Beach apartment is the Two Bedroom, One and a Half Bathroom Model at Majestic Bay starting at $2,145 with a $2.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Majestic Bay | Two Bedroom, One and a Half Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.12 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Landing at Angle Lake | One Bedroom -One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Creekwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for South Seattle, WA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $1,500.
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 $3,095.
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 29 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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