Cheap Homes for Rent in Chesterfield Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (12 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates priced from $699. City Square Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Chesterfield apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$699
City Square LoftsS1Studio,1BA$700
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
East Village SquareSayers - AffordableStudio,1BA$725
Capitol Heights ApartmentsOne-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li...1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, IA

As of June 11, 2026 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 3BR/2.0BA Model at Bell Avenue Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the East 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
Bell Avenue Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$0.99
Rosemont PlaceC13BR,2BA$1.08
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Southbrook Green2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.12
Park Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.08
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.16
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.12

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chesterfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Chesterfield?

There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, IA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $4,055. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chesterfield ranging from $550 to $1,475.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chesterfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chesterfield ranges from $550 to $1,475 with an average monthly rent of $975.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.