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1761-1763 E Lacona Ave
Des MoinesIA50320
4801-4803 SW 14th St
Des MoinesIA50315
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1171 21st St, Unit I
1171 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Vine Street Lofts
101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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3000 Grand Apartments
3000 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Carman Estates
2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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104 SW 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Wilkins Bldg
713 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
935 Herold Ave
Des MoinesIA50315
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418 East Grand
418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Vineyards
5801 Se 24th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Capitol Grove Apartments
4216-4282 E 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th St
2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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920 Meadow Ln
920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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University West
4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Eastview Manor
3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Kingman Apartments
3205 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Roosevelt Manor
4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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Allterra Property Solutions
1535 Linden StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Stidham- 6920 SW 9th St
6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Highland Park Apartments (DSM)
3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Southern Park Apartments
810 Payton AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Clover Creek
2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave EDes Moines, IA 50313
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The Winona
527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Garden Court Apartments
3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Capitol View Apartments
1441 Capitol AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Hickman House
2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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1069 33rd St
1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Laurel Villages
1040 9th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southridge Senior Lofts
695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Grand Terrace
2917 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3519 University Ave
3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Kingman Gardens
3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Wedgewood Coop
2555 Wedgewood RdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)
4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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1201 E Bell Avenue
1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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Iowa Eastview LLC
3945 E 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50317
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University Park Place
3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Skyloft Apartments
1414 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Southwinds Apartments
1264 Cummins RdDes Moines, IA 50315
Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Studio Apartments | $927 | $540 | $2,527 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $597 | $4,561 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $682 | $3,670 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $685 | $3,327 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $655 | $10,000+ |
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Write a ReviewJoseph • 4+ years in Des Moines
May 14, 2025Many residents prefer the western suburbs or more distant communities like Indianola, Boone, Ames, or Newton. Certainly those are all viable options.I would never pick Des Moines for its schools, for example. But the city has many fine neighborhoods which are worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Des Moines is under $650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines is Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I which is listed at $648, while the average apartment in Des Moines costs $2,493.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Des Moines?
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 5,658 regular apartments in Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
Cheap apartments in Des Moines have an average cost of $344 which is $2,149 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.