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Highland Park Apartments
1216-1306 E Seneca AveDes Moines, IA 50313
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Accent Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Capitol Heights
1414-1424 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Maverick Apartments
1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Park Winds
3600 Kennedy DrDes Moines, IA 50317
4171 E University Ave
Des MoinesIA50317
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Parkside East
3540 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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1513 Des Moines St
Des MoinesIA50316
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Cypress 1 (East Ridge)
3909 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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La Placita on East Grand
1540 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50316
2220 E Walnut St
Des MoinesIA50317
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Wedgewood Apartments
2555 Wedgewood RdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Eastview Manor
3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Grand Heights
3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Capitol View Apartments
1441 Capitol AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Larnerd Apartments
3111 Easton BlvdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Eastview
3945 E 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50317
2636.5 Capitol Ave
Des MoinesIA50317
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The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave EDes Moines, IA 50313
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1522 E 16th St
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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 | $745 | $745 | $745 |
| Accent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $858 | $597 | $2,342 |
| Accent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $747 | $1,100 |
| Accent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $895 | $1,295 |
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There are currently 19 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 | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Park Winds | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Accent, IA
As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Accent area is the $1.21 price per square foot Cypress Deluxe (W/D) Model at The Aspen in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $940. The second greatest value Accent apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 3274 E Euclid Ave starting at $925 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspen | Cypress Deluxe (W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Park Winds | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
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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 $1,122.
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 16 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 $487 which is $635 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Accent.
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