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Park Forest
2101 E Virginia AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Court Ave Lofts
308 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50309
917 Maury St
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Rowat Lofts
601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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418 East Grand
418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Prairie Winds Apartments
2207 E Park AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Lyon
660 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
824 Hartford Ave
Des MoinesIA50315
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910 E Railroad Ave
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1858 E Park Ave
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East Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,058 | $795 | $1,595 |
| East Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $614 | $2,371 |
| East Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $709 | $2,849 |
| East Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,195 | $2,727 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available East Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $614. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable East Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $614 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| The Elliott | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Court Ave Lofts | CA-C5 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $916 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Des Moines, IA
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Des Moines area is the $1.09 price per square foot CA-C4 Income Restricted Model at Court Ave Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value East Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom - A Model at Harbach Lofts starting at $1,497 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Ave Lofts | CA-C4 Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Harbach Lofts | 2 Bedroom - A | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Elliott | Fully Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| District at 6th Apartments | McBride | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
| Velocity | S5 | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| Tempo East Village | Crosby (Studio Type 1) | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Best Local Schools in East Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2040)
2 out of 10
Hiatt Middle School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (529)
1 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Des Moines is under $1,077.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in East Des Moines is Sutton Hill which is listed at $614, while the average apartment in East Des Moines costs $2,251.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Des Moines?
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 14 regular apartments in East Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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