
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $480 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chautauqua Park area of Des Moines.


1333 22nd St

Old Main & Drake Apartments

University Place Lofts

New Haven Apartments

Welbeck Apartments

2311 Carpenter Ave

1806 Arlington Ave
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Chautauqua Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chautauqua Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chautauqua Park Studio Apartments | $703 | $480 | $810 |
| Chautauqua Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $787 | $480 | $975 |
| Chautauqua Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,023 | $745 | $1,325 |
| Chautauqua Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $1,100 | $1,195 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Chautauqua Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chautauqua Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Manor priced from $597. The Gables has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Chautauqua Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| The Gables | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| 1333 22nd St | 1-bedroom 1333 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua Park, IA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua Park area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Place Lofts in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $870. The second greatest value Chautauqua Park apartment is the 3x2 Model at New Haven Apartments starting at $1,155 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chautauqua Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Place Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| New Haven Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1614 Arlington Ave, Unit Unit 4 | 1614 Arlington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Gables | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| 1333 22nd St | 1-bedroom 1333 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chautauqua Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chautauqua Park?
The cheapest apartment in Chautauqua Park is Highland Park Manor which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Chautauqua Park costs $850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chautauqua Park?
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 2 regular apartments in Chautauqua Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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