Cheap Homes for Rent in the Craig Reed Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $945 (4 Rentals)

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property at 3001 30th St

$1,130

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$1,130

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$1,130

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3001 30th St

Des MoinesIA50310
property at 4704 Valdez Dr

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 31

4704 Valdez Dr

Des MoinesIA50310

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Craig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Craig Reed Park, IA

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Craig Reed Park area is the $1.00 price per square foot 5000 Twana Dr Model at 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Craig Reed Park apartment is the 2625 63rd St Model at 2625 63rd St, Unit 2625 starting at $1,150 with a $1.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.00
2625 63rd St, Unit 26252625 63rd St2BR,1BA$1.27
5908-5924 Sutton Dr2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.27
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.15
Hickman OneModel A2BR,1BA$1.20
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Legacy MeadowsB3 Partial Renovation2BR,1BA$1.15
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.21
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Craig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #71

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Craig Reed Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Craig Reed Park?

There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in Craig Reed Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $605 to $2,500. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Craig Reed Park ranging from $945 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Craig Reed Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Craig Reed Park ranges from $945 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,501.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.