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

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2537 Lynner Dr

Des MoinesIA50310
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Uplift Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Clover Creek
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Clover Creek

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310

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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Wedgewood Coop
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wedgewood Coop

2555 Wedgewood RdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Eastview Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview Manor

3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Oak Park Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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The Aspen
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Aspen

1646 Hull Ave EDes Moines, IA 50313
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Douglas Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglas Woods

2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bethany Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 Northtown Apartments priced from $595. Highland Park Apartments 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Clover Creek0/1 - ClassicStudio,1BA$611
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$695
Woodland MeadowsSuper Deluxe 1 Bedroom2BR,1BA$795
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent SpecialLegacy 2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$795
The AspenDeluxe 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$795
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethany Heights, IA

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bethany Heights area is the $1.09 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Alley Landing in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $935. The second greatest value Bethany Heights apartment is the Birch elevated 2 Bed Model at Recently updated apartments near to shopping, dining, and public transportation starting at $945 with a $1.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alley LandingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Recently updated apartments near to shopping, dining, and public transportationBirch elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.11
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
The AspenStandard 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent SpecialLegacy 2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.06
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Deluxe 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.07
Highland Park ApartmentsDeluxe 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.07
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.21
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.18
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bethany Heights, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #70

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethany Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bethany Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bethany Heights is at Northtown Apartments listed at $595.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bethany Heights Apartment?

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

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bethany Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bethany Heights is starting from $747 at Highland Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bethany Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bethany Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grand Homes (55+ Community) and starts from $975.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

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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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!