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Windsor Square by Broadmoor
900 65th StDes Moines, IA 50324
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA from $400 with Utilities Included (188 Rentals) Page 2 of 4
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Wilkins Bldg
713 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rumely Lofts
104 SW 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Hilltop Apartments
3722 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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$1,0252 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 23, 2027
Windsor Chateau Apartments
1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas
4532 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Mezzo on Walnut
606 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$1,125 - $1,485Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 5
E300
300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Carman Estates
2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Meadow Cove
2000 Meadow CtDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Equitable Building
604 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Vineyards
5801 Se 24th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Fourth And Court
420 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50301
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Uplift Manor
2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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National Biscuit Flats
1001 Cherry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Harrington Studios
677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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3809 University Ave
3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Winona
527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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La Placita on East Grand
1540 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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South View Apartments
4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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3607 Ingersoll Ave
3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Hawthorn Hill Apartments
921 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Twin Manor
720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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920 Meadow Ln
920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Flats on 21st
1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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The View on Douglas
5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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University West
4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Kingman Gardens
3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Grand Manor Apartments
3601 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Community Homes
5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Garden Court Apartments
3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Hickman House
2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Windsor Terrace Apartments
3333 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Grand Prix Apartments
3205 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Learn about Des Moines and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joseph Isenberg
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Oak Park Manor
3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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Southview Manor
2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Eastview Manor
3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Roosevelt Manor
4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Flats on 56th
3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Brady Apartments
650 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Drake Pointe
1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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River Hills Apartments #2
916 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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McKinley Apartments
315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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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 | $933 | $480 | $1,976 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $480 | $2,932 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $648 | $4,055 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $685 | $3,182 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $560 | $2,500 |
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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 $548, while the average apartment in Des Moines costs $1,623.
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 2,626 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 $291 which is $1,332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.