
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Accent Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (11 Rentals)
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Accent, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Accent?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Accent Studio Apartments | $1,178 | $795 | $1,763 |
Accent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $597 | $2,880 |
Accent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $647 | $2,956 |
Accent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $947 | $2,626 |
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Cheapest Available Accent Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Accent area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Aspen priced from $597. The Elliott has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Accent apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Aspen | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
The Elliott | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Cypress 1 (East Ridge) | Elevated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $797 |
Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Randolph Apartments | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $827 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Accent, IA
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Accent area is the $1.09 price per square foot CA-C4 Income Restricted Model at Court Ave Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value Accent apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Aspen starting at $947 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Accent apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Court Ave Lofts | CA-C4 Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Rose Glen | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Luther Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
The Elliott | Fully Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
District at 6th Apartments | McBride | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
The Lyon | 1 Bed - Conversion | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Tempo East Village | Crosby (Studio Type 1) | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAccent, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #44
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Accent, Des Moines, IA
East High School
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Getting Around the Accent Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Accent Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Accent?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Accent is under $1,024.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Accent?
The cheapest apartment in Accent is The Aspen which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Accent costs $1,502.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Accent?
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 21 regular apartments in Accent 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 Accent?
Cheap apartments in Accent have an average cost of $539 which is $963 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Accent.
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