3419 1st St
Des MoinesIA50313
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3225 5th Ave
Des MoinesIA50313
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Legacy Apartments
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Old Main & Drake Apartments
1217 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311
1438 9th St
Des MoinesIA50314
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
1908 Arlington Ave
Des MoinesIA50314
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1908 Arlington Ave, Unit 3
1908 Arlington AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments
2411 Welbeck RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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University Village
2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Place Lofts
2328 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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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 | $815 | $600 | $1,123 |
| Chautauqua Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $894 | $725 | $1,274 |
| Chautauqua Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $675 | $1,695 |
| Chautauqua Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $995 | $1,600 |
| Chautauqua Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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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 Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. The Flats on 21st 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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| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| 1333 22nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Alley Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $731 |
| Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Forest Avenue Village | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua Park, IA
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua Park area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2BR-C3 Model at Carbon 550 in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,574. The second greatest value Chautauqua Park apartment is the New Vibe 2 Bedrooms Model at Rivers Run starting at $905 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon 550 | 2BR-C3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Rivers Run | New Vibe 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Alley Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Legacy Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chautauqua Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chautauqua Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chautauqua Park is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chautauqua Park?
The cheapest apartment in Chautauqua Park is Highland Park Apartments (DSM) which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Chautauqua Park costs $1,420.
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 4 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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