
Cheap Homes for Rent in Des Moines, WA from $700 (9 Rentals)
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29326 32nd Pl S

26117 20th Ave S

710 Prospect Ave N
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Des Moines, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,130 | $1,800 | $3,150 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,912 | $2,160 | $3,500 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,728 | $2,900 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Des Moines, WA
Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Des Moines, WA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Des Moines Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North Central Des Moines | $2,700 | $999 | 207 |
Cheapest Available Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Moines, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport neighborhood priced from $999. Heights by Vintage in the Central Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Moines apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Connection Angle Lake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,233 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines area is the $1.75 price per square foot Redondo Model at Waterview Crossing Apartments in the in the Central Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,280. The second greatest value Des Moines apartment is the Two Bedroom, One and a Half Bathroom Model at Majestic Bay starting at $1,895 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Central Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Waterview Crossing Apartments | Redondo | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Majestic Bay | Two Bedroom, One and a Half Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
Mariposa | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.96 |
Homestead Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Northview Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Uptown Square | Bolden | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Century Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Grandview Apartments | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Redondo Heights I | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom (S.S) | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in Des Moines?
There are currently 285 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA with pricing that ranges from $999 to $3,303. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines ranging from $750 to $4,795.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Des Moines ranges from $750 to $4,795 with an average monthly rent of $2,224.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Des Moines?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Des Moines range from $1,955 to $3,303, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,160 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,384.
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