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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethany Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Legacy Apartments
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
3916 9th St
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)
4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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622 Euclid AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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2411 Welbeck RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bethany Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethany Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Heights Studio Apartments | $890 | $600 | $1,150 |
| Bethany Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $650 | $1,699 |
| Bethany Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $865 | $647 | $1,475 |
| Bethany Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $988 | $947 | $1,250 |
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Cheapest Available Bethany Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethany Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Bethany Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $647 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Oakview Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Alley Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $731 |
| Legacy Apartments | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Classic 2-Bed | 2BR,1BA | $797 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethany Heights, IA
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bethany Heights area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1106 Clinton Ave Model at 1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Bethany Heights apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Aspen starting at $947 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethany Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 3 | 1106 Clinton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Suite 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Alley Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Legacy Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Best Local Schools in Bethany Heights, Des Moines, IA
Cornell Elementary School
Saydel Community School District
Public School - Grades PK-4 (527)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethany Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bethany Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethany Heights is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethany Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Bethany Heights is Highland Park Apartments (DSM) which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Bethany Heights costs $947.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethany Heights?
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 regular apartments in Bethany Heights 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 Bethany Heights?
Cheap apartments in Bethany Heights have an average cost of $447 which is $500 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethany Heights.
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