Cheap Homes for Rent in Craig Reed Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (7 Rentals)

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Craig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Clover Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $593. Here are the most affordable Craig Reed Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
Clover Creek0/1Studio,1BA$593
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Craig Reed Park, IA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Craig Reed Park area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Craig Reed Park apartment is the 2105 52nd St Model at 2105 52nd St, Unit 2105 starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 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.
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.10
2105 52nd St, Unit 21052105 52nd St2BR,2BA$1.15
Recently updated apartmentsBirch elevated 2 Bed W/D2BR,1BA$1.17
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.18
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.04
Twin Oaks Residences1st Floor2BR,1BA$1.28
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.17
Large Studio Apartments set back in quier0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Craig Reed Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #57

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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 90 Apartments for Rent in Craig Reed Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $593 to $1,618. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Craig Reed Park ranging from $695 to $2,295.

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 $695 to $2,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,460.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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