Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $480 (24 Rentals)

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1625 Oakland Ave
Studio Apartments

1625 Oakland Ave

1625 Oakland AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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2525 Lincoln Ave
Studio Apartments

2525 Lincoln Ave

2525 Lincoln AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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1605 Oakland Ave
Studio Apartments

1605 Oakland Ave

1605 Oakland AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Highland Park Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park Manor

3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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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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Oak Park Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Sixth on 6th
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sixth on 6th

603 Allison AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Brickstones at Riverbend
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brickstones at Riverbend

513 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Anawim Housing
3 Bedroom Apartments

Anawim Housing

1439-1439 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

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Chautauqua Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
The Gables0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$600
1333 22nd St1-bedroom 13331BR,1BA$690
1314 22nd St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$695
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Place Lofts2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
New Haven Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.44
The Grove at Hickman2x12BR,1BA$1.34
1614 Arlington Ave, Unit Unit 41614 Arlington Ave1BR,1BA$1.31
University Village1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
1314 22nd St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.30
The Gables0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.52
1333 22nd St1-bedroom 13331BR,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chautauqua Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #76

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 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.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.