Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chautauqua Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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The Flats on 21st
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$595
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$650
Old Main & Drake ApartmentsStudioStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3614 6th Ave2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.89
1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #31215 23rd St2BR,1BA$1.00
Alley LandingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
University Village1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.39
1614 Arlington Ave, Unit Unit 41614 Arlington Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.13
Old Main & Drake ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chautauqua Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #79

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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