
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Craig Reed Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Craig Reed Park area of Des Moines.


The View on Douglas

The Grove at Hickman

Chad Estates

The Village at Westchester

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Legacy Meadows

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New Haven Apartments

2537 Lynner Dr

5906 Hickman Rd

Ashley Square

Westchester Square

Hickman One

Franklin Court Apartments

Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1
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1914 10th St

2527 Lynner Dr

4823 NW Aurora Ave.

Uplift Manor

Brickstone Apartments

2413 24th St

Garden Court Apartments

Hickman House

Oak Park Manor
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Clover Creek

4671 NW 50th St

The Flats on 56th

5902 Hickman Rd

Douglas Woods

Twin Oaks Residences

Beaver & Adams Senior Apartments

3615 61st St

The Birch
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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I

Lillis Lofts

59th Avenue Senior Lofts
Craig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Craig Reed Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craig Reed Park Studio Apartments | $641 | $605 | $650 |
| Craig Reed Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $821 | $675 | $1,006 |
| Craig Reed Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $926 | $745 | $1,295 |
| Craig Reed Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $1,100 | $1,400 |
| Craig Reed Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Craig Reed Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Craig Reed Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Craig Reed Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $648. The View on Douglas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Craig Reed Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $648 |
| The View on Douglas | Completely Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The 2800 Residences | 2nd Floor - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Lillis Lofts | Stargazer II 30% | 3BR,2BA | $736 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| Clover Creek | 2/1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $747 |
| Legacy Meadows | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Crossroad Apartments | Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartment | Prime Location ... | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Craig Reed Park, IA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Craig Reed Park area is the $1.03 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Alley Landing in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Craig Reed Park apartment is the 5000 Twana Dr Model at 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Craig Reed Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alley Landing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Hickman One | Model A | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special | Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Ashley Square | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCraig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Craig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA
Hoover High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Craig Reed Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Craig Reed Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Craig Reed Park is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Craig Reed Park?
The cheapest apartment in Craig Reed Park is Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I which is listed at $548, while the average apartment in Craig Reed Park costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Craig Reed Park?
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 1 regular apartments in Craig Reed Park 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 Craig Reed Park?
Cheap apartments in Craig Reed Park have an average cost of $285 which is $1,010 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Craig Reed Park.
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