Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $500 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Central area of Des Moines.
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Heights by Vintage
North Central, Des Moines, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Studio Apartments | $1,620 | $1,233 | $1,850 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $999 | $2,250 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,599 | $2,295 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,219 | $1,988 | $2,451 |
| North Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $2,528 | $2,528 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, WA
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $1.78 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $1,992. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Brookstone Apartments starting at $2,445 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Brookstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| MARINA CLUB | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Heights by Vintage | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Majestic Bay | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Connection Angle Lake | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Central is under $1,875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central?
The cheapest apartment in North Central is Heights by Vintage which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in North Central costs $2,528.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Central?
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 10 regular apartments in North Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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