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3721 Cottage Grove Ave
3721 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Drake University Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $300 (29 Rentals)
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Village Green
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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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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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Pleasant Court
708-716 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1051 19th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1217 24th St
1217 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Old Main & Drake Apartments
1217 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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New Haven Apartments
2501 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 21st
1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Harrington Studios
677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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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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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1110 29th St
1110 29th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Concord Building
732 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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2413 24th St
2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Twin Manor
720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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The Brady Apartments
650 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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The Delester Apartments
811 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Kingman Gardens
3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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1333 22nd St
1333 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Kingstone Apartments 2
3121 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Pointe
1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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JK Sully 1075
1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1069 33rd St
1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake University, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University Studio Apartments | $955 | $380 | $2,986 |
| Drake University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $695 | $2,986 |
| Drake University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $825 | $2,350 |
| Drake University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $1,100 | $1,875 |
| Drake University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $965 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Drake University Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Drake University area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The Flats on 21st priced from $550. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Drake University apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats on 21st | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| The Brady Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Drake | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Pleasant Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 722 18th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Drake University, IA
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Drake University area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Drake University apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Drake University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Matilda 235 Townhomes | B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 1171 21st St | 1171 21st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 1123 24th St, Unit 1 | 1123 24th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 722 18th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Flats on 21st | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Brady Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Drake University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Drake University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Drake University is under $845.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Drake University?
The cheapest apartment in Drake University is The Grove at Hickman which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Drake University costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Drake University?
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 7 regular apartments in Drake University 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 Drake University?
Cheap apartments in Drake University have an average cost of $210 which is $1,085 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Drake University.
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