Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Easter Lake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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Easter Lake, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Easter Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easter Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $824 | $667 | $1,200 |
| Easter Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,020 | $731 | $1,600 |
| Easter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $975 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Easter Lake Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Easter Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Easter Lake area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ivy II priced from $667. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Easter Lake apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy II | Classic 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $667 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $722 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Hampton Meadows | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $765 |
| The Ridges | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Easter Lake, IA
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Easter Lake 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 Easter Lake apartment is the 2323 E Porter Avenue #86 Model at 2323 E Porter Avenue #86 starting at $1,275 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Easter Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 2323 E Porter Avenue #86 | 2323 E Porter Avenue #86 | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom - TH | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Magnolia Park | 3rd Floor 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Ivy II | Elevated 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEaster Lake, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #50
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Easter Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Easter Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Easter Lake is Ivy II which is listed at $667, while the average apartment in Easter Lake costs $1,270.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Easter Lake?
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 83 regular apartments in Easter Lake 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 Easter Lake?
Cheap apartments in Easter Lake have an average cost of $489 which is $781 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Easter Lake.
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