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Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative
1030 Greenway CtAltoona, IA 50009
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Washington Manor
3901 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Keystone on 8th
1261 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Winwood Apartments
6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Yellowbanks
5756 Basswood LnPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Woodland Place Apartments, LLC
4957-4949 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Cottages of Pleasant Hill
555 N Walnut BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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$989 - $1,0392 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 18
Meadow Ridge
1301 49th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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St. Andrews Apartments
3241 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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Brick Towne at Johnston
6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Somerfield Village Center Apartments
4800 Mills Civic PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Altoona Park Apartments
351 2nd St NWAltoona, IA 50009
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TurtleCreek Apartments
225 Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Westbrooke Apartments
4001 EP True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Providence Pointe
6210 NW 106th StJohnston, IA 50131
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Crown Pointe Apartments
3105 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Roseann Lofts
1630 SW Magazine RdAnkeny, IA 50023
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Rock Creek Condos
1827 34th AveAltoona, IA 50009
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Westridge Apartments
8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Peppertree Apartments
10821 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Executive Heights
8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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Capri Apartments
8465 Clark StClive, IA 50325
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West Winds Apartments
8190 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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2170 NW 82nd St
2170 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Belmont Point Apartments
1102 SE Belmont DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Valley Station
313-329 Lincoln StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Norwalk Park Apartments
918-928 E 17th StNorwalk, IA 50211
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Carlisle Park Apartments
1220 Hardin DrCarlisle, IA 50047
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Cornerstone Commons
6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Good Life
1313 Wright RdNorwalk, IA 50211
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484 S 19th St
484 S 19th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Iowa G21 LLC
2100 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Canterbury Heights, a 55+ Community
755 NE 56th StPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Country View Apartments
1019 E 17th StNorwalk, IA 50211
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Spruce Pointe
1000 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Scotchview Manor Elderly Apartments
705 John Goodhue DrCarlisle, IA 50047
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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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Oakland Pointe
615-619 17th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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The Cottages at Johnston Commons
5814 Northglenn DrJohnston, IA 50131
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 Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $597, 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.