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Grand Avenue Apartments
2100 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Country View Apartments
1019 E 17th StNorwalk, IA 50211
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Crest Manor
1872 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Cross Creek
8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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Norwalk Park Apartments
900-908 E 17th StNorwalk, IA 50211
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Norwalk Park Apartments
918-928 E 17th StNorwalk, IA 50211
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Lakeview
8700 Carole CirUrbandale, IA 50322
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59th Avenue Senior Lofts
4720 NW 59th AveJohnston, IA 50131
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West Winds Apartments
8190 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Iowa Urban Rock
6820 Holcomb AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Cornerstone Commons
6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Canterbury Heights, a 55+ Community
755 NE 56th StPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Belmont Park Apartments
1002-1004 SE Belmont DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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1218 SE Belmont Dr
1218 SE Belmont DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Scotchview Manor Apartments
600-620 John Goodhue DrCarlisle, IA 50047
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Garden Ridge Condominiums
1831 Fuller RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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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 | $956 | $480 | $2,360 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $480 | $5,581 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $642 | $3,705 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $655 | $2,950 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $530 | $2,300 |
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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 $647.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines is 3119 Grand Ave which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Des Moines costs $1,156.
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 3,165 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 $377 which is $779 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
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