Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Farmers Market Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $800 (6 Rentals)

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Downtown Farmers Market, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Farmers Market Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Farmers Market area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at East Village Square priced from $725. Pleasant Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Downtown Farmers Market apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
Pleasant CourtStudioStudio,1BA$725
Civic Center Court ApartmentsStudio - Apply NowStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Farmers Market, IA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Farmers Market area is the $1.30 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Downtown Farmers Market apartment is the CA-C9 Model at Court Ave Lofts starting at $1,147 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Farmers Market apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.30
Court Ave LoftsCA-C92BR,2BA$1.03
Harbach Lofts2 Bedroom - D - Downtown View2BR,2BA$1.33
Carbon 5502BR-C32BR,2BA$1.30
Arlington Hallett1 BR Dining Room1BR,1BA$1.15
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.19
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted1BR,1BA$1.13
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Rumely Lofts1 Bedroom Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.32
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Farmers Market, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Farmers Market

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Farmers Market?

There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Farmers Market, IA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $17,244. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Farmers Market ranging from $895 to $3,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Farmers Market?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Farmers Market ranges from $895 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,849.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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