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1400 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA from $500 with Utilities Included (195 Rentals) Page 2 of 4
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Ashley Square
5501 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Parker @ Seventh
615 Park StDes Moines, IA 50309
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E300
300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Southern Meadows Homes
2800 SE 8th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Rumely Lofts
104 SW 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ingersoll Square Lofts
1900-2005 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Hilltop Apartments
3722 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Fourth And Court
420 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50301
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Park Avenue by Broadmoor
4400 Park AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas
4532 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Union at Rivers Edge
1600 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Windsor Square by Broadmoor
900 65th StDes Moines, IA 50324
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The Vineyards
5801 Se 24th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Carman Estates
2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Winford Apartments
851 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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The Equitable Building
604 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$1,250 - $4,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 10
Tempo East Village
317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607
3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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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 | $959 | $560 | $1,763 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $547 | $3,440 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $600 | $4,000 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $725 | $5,199 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $965 | $3,450 |
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Getting Around Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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 $640.
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 $1,591.
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 4,210 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 $337 which is $1,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
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Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.