
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (30 Rentals)
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1816 Francis Ave, Unit 1-5805

1314 22nd St

1314 22nd St

1314 22nd St, Unit 626

1333 22nd St

614 Douglas Ave
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1215 25th St, Unit 314

Old Main & Drake Apartments

1303 College Ave

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1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 4

1809 Arlington Ave

1217 24th St
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University Place Lofts

New Haven Apartments

The Flats on 21st

Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes

Highland Park Manor

3419 1st St

2413 24th St
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The Grove at Hickman

Sixth Avenue Flats

Garden Court Apartments

1314 22nd St

Oak Park Manor

421 College Ave

1312 22nd St
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The Flats at Highland Park Apartments

The Klein Building
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 | $713 | $480 | $900 |
| Chautauqua Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $817 | $480 | $975 |
| Chautauqua Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $998 | $745 | $1,325 |
| Chautauqua Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $1,100 | $1,200 |
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There are currently 30 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 Studio unit found at The Flats on 21st priced from $495. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Chautauqua Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats on 21st | Studio | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 1333 22nd St | 1-bedroom 1333 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| Old Main & Drake Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| New Haven Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua Park, IA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua Park area is the $0.71 price per square foot 1250 9th St Model at 1250 9th St, Unit Unite #1 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Chautauqua Park apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Alley Landing starting at $1,408 with a $1.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1250 9th St, Unit Unite #1 | 1250 9th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| Alley Landing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| New Haven Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 1614 Arlington Ave, Unit Unit 4 | 1614 Arlington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Flats on 21st | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.90 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 1333 22nd St | 1-bedroom 1333 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 $1,197.
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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