Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (6 Rentals)
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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 |
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Chautauqua Park Studio Apartments | $773 | $750 | $810 |
Chautauqua Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $780 | $650 | $910 |
Chautauqua Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $650 | $1,395 |
Chautauqua Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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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 The Flats on 21st priced from $595. The Grove at Hickman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Chautauqua Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Old Main & Drake Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua Park, IA
As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua Park area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Model at 3614 6th Ave in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Chautauqua Park apartment is the 1215 23rd St Model at 1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #3 starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Drake Park 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. |
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3614 6th Ave | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #3 | 1215 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments | Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
1614 Arlington Ave, Unit Unit 4 | 1614 Arlington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Old Main & Drake Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChautauqua Park, Des Moines, IA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chautauqua Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chautauqua Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chautauqua Park Apartment is $595 at The Flats on 21st.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chautauqua Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chautauqua Park is starting from $845 at Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments.
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