Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Drake Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (131 Rentals)

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Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Drake Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Drake Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Drake Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Village Green priced from $600. Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Drake Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$625
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5Studio,1BA$675
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Oakview TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$710
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Drake Park, IA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Drake Park area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Drake Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Affordable Model at Vine Street Lofts starting at $957 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Drake Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Vine Street Lofts2 Bedroom - Affordable2BR,2BA$0.81
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
Court Ave LoftsCA-C4 Income Restricted2BR,2BA$1.09
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Large2BR,1.5BA$1.00
1818 Pleasant St, Unit 18181818 Pleasant St2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.08
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.14

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Des Moines. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Drake Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 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 Drake Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Drake Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Drake Park is at Village Green listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Drake Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Drake Park Apartment is $695 at Riverview Oaks Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Drake Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Drake Park is starting from $810 at Oakview Terrace.

What is the most affordable Drake Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Drake Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village Green and starts from $1,100.

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