
Cheap Homes for Rent in Carpenter Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (21 Rentals)
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732 19th St

1334 32nd St

1334 32nd St

3612 Ingersoll Ave

1919 Pleasant St

2601 Forest Dr

2717 College Ave

1100 E 6th St, Unit 7

112 11th St
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350 E Locust St

350 E Locust St

3724 University Ave

1410 32nd St

1540 Pennsylvania Ave

3127 8th St

4219 Clinton Ave

2910 2nd Ave

3211 E 8th St

1335 39th Street, Unit 1335 39th
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
Carpenter, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carpenter?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carpenter 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,863 | $900 | $2,995 |
Carpenter 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,457 | $1,245 | $1,795 |
Carpenter 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,166 | $1,850 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carpenter Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Carpenter Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carpenter area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Carpenter apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Ingersoll Park Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carpenter, IA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carpenter area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Carpenter apartment is the 935 E 7th St Model at 935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2 starting at $950 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carpenter apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2 | 935 E 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 | 3703 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
High Street Brickstone | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Classic 2-Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Riverview Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Welcome to 2800 30th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carpenter
What type of rentals are currently available in Carpenter?
There are currently 585 Apartments for Rent in Carpenter, IA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,500. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carpenter ranging from $900 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carpenter?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carpenter ranges from $900 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,858.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carpenter?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carpenter range from $1,100 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,245 to $1,795. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.
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