
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (23 Rentals)
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The Grove at Hickman

1314 22nd St

1314 22nd St

1314 22nd St

1333 22nd St

614 Douglas Ave
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Welbeck Apartments

1438 9th St

1816 Francis Ave

Old Main & Drake Apartments

1303 College Ave

New Haven Apartments

Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes
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Highland Park Manor

3419 1st St

2413 24th St

The Flats on 21st

Sixth Avenue Flats

Garden Court Apartments

1314 22nd St
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Oak Park Manor

421 College Ave
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 | $712 | $480 | $900 |
| Chautauqua Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $830 | $480 | $975 |
| Chautauqua Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $745 | $1,325 |
| Chautauqua Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $1,100 | $1,195 |
| Chautauqua Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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There are currently 23 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 Grove at Hickman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. 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 Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua Park, IA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua Park area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3x2 Model at New Haven Apartments in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,155. The second greatest value Chautauqua Park apartment is the Legacy 2Br/1Ba Model at Welbeck Apartments starting at $745 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Old Main & Drake Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChautauqua Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #73
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 $1,295.
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 6 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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