
Cheap Homes for Rent in Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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2000 Meadow Ct

2000 Meadow Ct

2000 Meadow Ct, Unit 505

906 SE Hackley Ave
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5907 SE 8th St
Allen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Allen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Allen 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,178 | $1,025 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Allen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melbourne | B3 - 40 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $639 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $668 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Rosemont Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Sutton Hill | B3 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Melbourne | A1 - Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,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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