Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Village Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (87 Rentals)

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East Village, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Village Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Village area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Flats on 21st priced from $595. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable East Village apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$595
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$650
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio,1BA$695
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$720
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$725
Pleasant CourtStudioStudio,1BA$725
Capitol Heights1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
Arlington HallettStudio SWStudio,1BA$725
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$726

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Village, IA

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Village area is the $0.88 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,215. The second greatest value East Village 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 East Village apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Southern Meadows HomesPlan B - two story3BR,2BA$0.88
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted2BR,1BA$1.06
713 20th St, Unit 1915-2713 20th St2BR,1BA$1.00
Riverview Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Madison Flats1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.93
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$1.09
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Village, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #14

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the East Village Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

49 / 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 East Village Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Village?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Village Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Village Apartment is $595 at The Flats on 21st.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Village Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Village is starting from $767 at Sutton Hill.

What is the most affordable East Village Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Village Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Scott at East Village and starts from $1,065.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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