
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Central Des Moines area of Des Moines.


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North Central Des Moines, Des Moines, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Central Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,477 | $1,340 | $1,615 |
North Central Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $1,434 | $2,625 |
North Central Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $1,724 | $3,191 |
North Central Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,988 | $3,219 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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Cheapest Available North Central Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central Des Moines area of Des Moines, WA is a Studio unit found at Connection Angle Lake priced from $1,340. Whispering Brook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable North Central Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Connection Angle Lake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,340 |
Whispering Brook | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Des Moines, WA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central Des Moines area is the $2.08 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Creekwood Apartments in the in the Woodmont neighborhood starting from $1,872. The second greatest value North Central Des Moines apartment is the 2 x 1 Model at Avon Park starting at $1,900 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Burien South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Creekwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
Avon Park | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Aspens at Belvedere | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
Alexan Gateway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Connection Angle Lake | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
Whispering Brook | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
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Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the North Central Des Moines Neighborhood in Des Moines, WA
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Des Moines Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in North Central Des Moines is Connection Angle Lake which is listed at $1,434, while the average apartment in North Central Des Moines costs $2,864.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 4 regular apartments in North Central Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Central Des Moines?
Cheap apartments in North Central Des Moines have an average cost of $860 which is $2,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Central Des Moines.
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