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Fourth And Court
420 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50301
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The Deco
1301 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Tempo East Village
317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments
103 SW 3rd StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Mezzo on Walnut
606 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Flats on 21st
1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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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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3809 University Ave
3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Clover Creek
2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Ingersoll Park
4906 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Brickstone Apartments
2805 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Eddy Apartments
1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Grand Terrace Apartments
2917 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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3607 Ingersoll Ave
3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Twin Manor
720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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The Brady Apartments
650 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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3309 University Ave
3309 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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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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Bryn Mawr Apartments
511 29th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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10th Street Lofts
110-112 10th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The View On Hickman
7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Alice Place at Norwalk
9310 Marketplace DrNorwalk, IA 50211
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7631 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive
11040 Hickman RdClive, IA 50325
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Sunset Apartments
1113 Main StNorwalk, IA 50211
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Westpointe Apartments
2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Normandy Terrace Apartments
1800 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Adventureland Village
807 14th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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2625 Vine StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Allure at 57
2700 Jacobin StNorwalk, IA 50211
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2337 SW Plaza PkwyAnkeny, IA 50023
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1108 SW Bremerton LnAnkeny, IA 50023
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8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Peppertree Apartments
10821 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Altoona Towers
1414-1616 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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11428 Forest AveClive, IA 50325
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 | $954 | $480 | $2,521 |
| Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $480 | $3,197 |
| Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $648 | $2,900 |
| Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $685 | $3,376 |
| Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $550 | $10,000+ |
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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 $635.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines is Clover Creek which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Des Moines costs $2,303.
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 3,651 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 $283 which is $2,020 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
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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: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.
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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.