Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chesterfield Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (30 Rentals)

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1201 E Bell Avenue
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1201 E Bell Avenue

1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Velocity

200 Des Moines StDes Moines, IA 50309

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Legacy Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Park Apartments

1352 12th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Chesterfield, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chesterfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chesterfield area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Riverview Oaks Apartments priced from $595. Maverick Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Chesterfield apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio,1BA$695
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$720
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$725
Capitol HeightsOne-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li...1BR,1BA$725
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$728
Eagle View LoftsA2 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$748
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
City Square LoftsS1Studio,1BA$755

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, IA

As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chesterfield area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Chesterfield apartment is the B5 - Renovated Model at Rosemont Place starting at $1,218 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chesterfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Southern Meadows HomesPlan B - two story3BR,2BA$0.93
Rosemont PlaceB5 - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.24
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
Riverview Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
1120 E 6th St apt 31120 E 6th St apt 31BR,1BA$1.19
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07
East Village Square1x1-6761BR,1BA$1.26
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$1.09
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.12
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chesterfield, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #40

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Chesterfield, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Chesterfield Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chesterfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Chesterfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chesterfield is under $755.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chesterfield?

The cheapest apartment in Chesterfield is Park Forest which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in Chesterfield costs $7,973.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chesterfield?

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 10 regular apartments in Chesterfield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chesterfield?

Cheap apartments in Chesterfield have an average cost of $145 which is $7,828 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chesterfield.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!