Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Doudna Heights Glen Oaks Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (41 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 21st
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 21st

1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Clover Creek
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Clover Creek

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Drake Collection
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Eddy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Eddy

1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311

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University West
2 Bedroom Apartments

University West

4010 UniversityDes 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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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oak Park Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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Drake Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Pointe

1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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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 Studio unit found at Northtown Apartments priced from $595. Highland Park Apartments (DSM) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Doudna Heights Glen Oaks apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Clover Creek0/1 - ClassicStudio,1BA$611
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$695
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$730

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

As of December 09, 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 1215 23rd St Model at 1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #3 starting at $795 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Drake Park 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
1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #31215 23rd St2BR,1BA$0.80
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit Apt 23120 Cottage Grove Ave1BR,1BA$0.76
Alley LandingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Recently updated apartments near to shopping, dining, and public transportationBirch elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.11
The Village at WestchesterHarrison2BR,1BA$0.94
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent SpecialLegacy 2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.06
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Deluxe 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.07
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.18

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

Ranked #50

Among cities in Iowa 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

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 Northtown Apartments listed at $595.

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 $597 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 $745 at The Village at Westchester.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!