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Canterbury Park
935 Sherrylynn BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Estey Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $800 (8 Rentals)
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Riverwood
660 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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595 N Pleasant Hill Blvd
595 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Golfview Condos
5115 NE 23rd AvePleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Rising Ridge Apartments
770 NE 70th StPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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The Cottages of Pleasant Hill
555 N Walnut BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Peterson Place Apartments
770 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Estey Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Estey Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estey Heights Studio Apartments | $895 | $895 | $895 |
| Estey Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,076 | $828 | $1,251 |
| Estey Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $825 | $1,742 |
| Estey Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $1,140 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Estey Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Estey Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Estey Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Canterbury Park priced from $825. Golfview Condos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $856. Here are the most affordable Estey Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| Rising Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Estey Heights, IA
As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Estey Heights area is the $1.28 price per square foot Villa Model at Yellowbanks in the in the Golf View Heights neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Estey Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom-Two Bath Model at Canterbury Park starting at $960 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Estey Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Estey Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowbanks | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | NEW BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Riverwood | Drift (w/ fp) | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| YellowBanks III LLC | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Forge65 | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Rising Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEstey Heights, Des Moines, IA
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Best Local Schools in Estey Heights, Des Moines, IA
Four Mile Elementary
Southeast Polk Community School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (483)
6 out of 10
Southeast Polk High School
Southeast Polk Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2353)
4 out of 10
Spring Creek - 6th Grade
Southeast Polk Community School District
Public School - Grades 6 (535)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Estey Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Estey Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Estey Heights is Golfview Condos which is listed at $856, while the average apartment in Estey Heights costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Estey Heights?
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 21 regular apartments in Estey Heights 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 Estey Heights?
Cheap apartments in Estey Heights have an average cost of $373 which is $922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Estey Heights.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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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.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!