Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (64 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Kingman Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Flats on 21st
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Oakview Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Alley Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alley Landing

2701 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oak Park Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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Doudna Heights Glen Oaks, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Doudna Heights Glen Oaks apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$695
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Oakview TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$710
1333 22nd Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks, IA

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Doudna Heights Glen Oaks area is the $0.82 price per square foot 2 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Doudna Heights Glen Oaks apartment is the 1106 Clinton Ave Model at 1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,050 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Doudna Heights Glen Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 31106 Clinton Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Classic 2-Bed2BR,1BA$0.94
The Village at WestchesterBuchanan2BR,1BA$0.96
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.13

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Doudna Heights Glen Oaks, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #58

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Northwest Central Des Moines, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Apartment is $547 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Doudna Heights Glen Oaks is starting from $675 at 2413 24th St.

What is the most affordable Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village Green and starts from $1,100.

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