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3721 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Townhall Apartments
1601 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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1042 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1215 23rd St, Unit 2
1215 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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3830 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Drake
1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Uplift Manor
2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 21st
1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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3809 University Ave
3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Forest Avenue Senior Townhomes
1417 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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1110 29th St
1110 29th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Clover Creek
2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Highland Park Manor
3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Drake Collection
2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Eddy Apartments
1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Brickstone Apartments
2805 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th St
2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Doudna Heights Glen Oaks, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Studio Apartments | $934 | $380 | $2,986 |
| Doudna Heights Glen Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $480 | $2,986 |
| Doudna Heights Glen Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $735 | $2,272 |
| Doudna Heights Glen Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $1,100 | $1,875 |
| Doudna Heights Glen Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $965 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Doudna Heights Glen Oaks area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Townhall Apartments priced from $461. The Flats on 21st has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $550. Here are the most affordable Doudna Heights Glen Oaks apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Townhall Apartments | Unit 224 - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $461 |
| The Flats on 21st | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks, IA
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Doudna Heights Glen Oaks area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1171 21st St Model at 1171 21st St in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Doudna Heights Glen Oaks 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 Doudna Heights Glen Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1171 21st St | 1171 21st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Northtown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Clover Creek | 2/1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Flats on 21st | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks, Des Moines, IA
North High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (0)
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Meredith Middle School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (0)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks is under $747.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks is Townhall Apartments which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks?
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 19 regular apartments in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks 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 Doudna Heights Glen Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks have an average cost of $254 which is $1,041 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks.
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