Cheap Homes for Rent in the Chesterfield Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $655 (8 Rentals)

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property at 802 SE 10th St
$975
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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802 SE 10th St, Unit 3

802 SE 10th St
Des MoinesIA50309

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property at 3315 SE 4th St
$1,000
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3315 SE 4th St, Unit B

3315 SE 4th St
Des MoinesIA50315
property at 2900 SE 10th St
$1,050

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Total Monthly Price$1,050
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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2900 SE 10th St

Des MoinesIA50315

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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. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Chesterfield apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$699
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
1201 E Bell Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, IA

As of September 10, 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 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2601/2603 E Walnut Street starting at $1,050 with a $0.88 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
2601/2603 E Walnut Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.88
Southbrook Green3 Bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.08
Rosemont PlaceB22BR,1BA$0.88
Park Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.08
Prairie Winds2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
1201 E Bell Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.09
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chesterfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Chesterfield?

There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, IA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $3,705. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chesterfield ranging from $655 to $2,795.

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 $655 to $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,342.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chesterfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chesterfield range from $1,155 to $2,557, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,795. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,290 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,262.

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