
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Drake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $795 (17 Rentals)


3519 University Ave

Beaverdale Housing LLC

4010 University
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave

University West

Drake Collection

Kingman Apartments

1069 33rd St
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University Terrace Apartments

3519 University Ave

Kingman Gardens

Skyloft Apartments

University Park Place
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Kingman Blvd Apartments

Drake Terrace
Drake, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Studio Apartments | $805 | $695 | $1,025 |
| Drake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $695 | $1,160 |
Drake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $795 | $1,550 |
| Drake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $1,100 | $1,625 |
| Drake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $1,370 | $1,370 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Drake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Drake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Drake is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Drake?
The cheapest apartment in Drake is 1069 33rd St which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Drake costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Drake?
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 3 regular apartments in Drake 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?
Cheap apartments in Drake have an average cost of $239 which is $1,136 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Drake.
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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
