
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethany Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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3419 1st St

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The Grove at Hickman

3225 5th Ave
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2303 E 9th St

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Legacy Meadows

Woodland Meadows

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2537 Lynner Dr

3914-3916 2nd Ave

Uplift Manor

Clover Creek

Highland Park Manor

2413 24th St
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Eastview Manor

Oak Park Manor

The Aspen
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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 | $800 | $650 | $1,100 |
| Bethany Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $925 | $597 | $1,500 |
| Bethany Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $795 | $1,795 |
| Bethany Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $975 | $1,408 |
| Bethany Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Bethany Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 Studio unit found at Clover Creek priced from $575. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Bethany Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Creek | 0/1 - Classic | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Legacy Meadows | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Woodland Meadows | Super Deluxe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Aspen | Pine Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethany Heights, IA
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethany Heights area is the $0.99 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Northtown Apartments in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Bethany Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Alley Landing starting at $935 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Northwest Des Moines 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northtown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Aspen | Cedar Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Legacy Meadows | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
| Highland Park Manor | Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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 $820.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethany Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Bethany Heights is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Bethany Heights costs $1,295.
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 7 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 $284 which is $1,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethany Heights.
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