Cheap Homes for Rent in Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)

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Allen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Allen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Allen area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Melbourne priced from $639. Sutton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $668. Here are the most affordable Allen apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneB3 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$639
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$668
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, IA

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.15 price per square foot C1 Model at Rosemont Place in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rosemont PlaceC13BR,2BA$1.15
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.05
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
Sutton HillB3 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.20
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$1.08
MelbourneA1 - Market Rate1BR,1BA$1.20
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Allen

What type of rentals are currently available in Allen?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Allen, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $3,320. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allen ranging from $1,025 to $1,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Allen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Allen ranges from $1,025 to $1,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,178.

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