Cheap Homes for Rent in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (9 Rentals)

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2537 Lynner Dr

Des MoinesIA50310

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Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $597. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, IA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.10
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.99
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent SpecialUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.13
722 18th St1x11BR,1BA$1.21
Maverick Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.18
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09

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Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, Des Moines, IA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?

There are currently 320 Apartments for Rent in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, IA with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,036. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach ranging from $655 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach ranges from $655 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,862.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach range from $1,095 to $2,609, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.

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