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Ballyard Lofts
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$996
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$971
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$25
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$996
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Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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$999 - $3,184
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$948 - $3,133
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$51
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$999 - $3,184
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LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Riverpoint Lofts
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$1,049 - $1,060
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$1,041 - $1,052
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$8
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$1,049 - $1,060
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$1,065 - $1,300
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$1,060 - $1,295
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$5
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$1,065 - $1,300
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Tempo East Village
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$1,100 - $1,675
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$1,100 - $1,675
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$1,100 - $1,675
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Tempo East Village

317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Carman Estates
$1,170 - $1,270
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$1,170 - $1,270
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$1,170 - $1,270
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Carman Estates

2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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High Street Lofts
$1,195 - $1,395
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$1,175 - $1,375
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$20
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$1,195 - $1,395
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High Street Lofts

1601 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Uplift Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 21st
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Harrington Studios
Studio Apartments

Harrington Studios

677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Meredith Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Clover Creek
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Clover Creek

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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3809 University Ave
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3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Joseph • 4+ years in Des Moines

May 14, 2025

Many 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Des Moines is at Clover Creek listed at $560.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Moines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Moines Apartment is $597 at Highland Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Moines is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the most affordable Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at McKinley Apartments and starts from $895.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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