
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Accent Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $597 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Accent area of Des Moines.


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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accent Studio Apartments | $2,360 | $2,360 | $2,360 |
| Accent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $787 | $597 | $2,376 |
| Accent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $745 | $1,100 |
| Accent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $1,145 | $1,185 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Accent Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 Highland Park Apartments priced from $597. Capitol Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Accent apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 2447 E Walnut Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Accent, IA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Accent area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2601/2603 E Walnut Street in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Accent apartment is the Redwood Deluxe (W/D) Model at The Aspen starting at $1,300 with a $1.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2601/2603 E Walnut Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| The Aspen | Redwood Deluxe (W/D) | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 2447 E Walnut Street | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAccent, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
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East High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Accent Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Accent?
The cheapest apartment in Accent is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Accent costs $920.
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 34 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 $687 which is $233 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Accent.
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