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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairground Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $645 (30 Rentals)
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$699 - $8201 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pioneer Estates
1204 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Capitol Heights
1414-1424 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
2136 Lyon St
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1464 E 14th St
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$865 - $1,4991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes
708-712 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$935 - $1,585Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$939 - $2,002Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
District at 6th Apartments
201 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
802 SE 10th St
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830 Hartford Ave
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917 Maury St
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2601 E Walnut St
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$1,091 - $1,5501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Water Trail Row
711-753 Vale StDes Moines, IA 50309
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1 Bedroom Apartments
La Placita on East Grand
1540 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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2220 E Walnut St
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2447 E Walnut Street
2447 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Maverick Apartments
1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Capitol View Apartments
1441 Capitol AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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820 Lyon Street Apartments
816-820 Lyon StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Larnerd Apartments
3111 Easton BlvdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Legacy Park Apartments
1352 12th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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4210 Knob Hill Drive
4210 Knob Hill DrDes Moines, IA 50317
2636.5 Capitol Ave
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1004 Arthur Ave
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800-828 Hartford Ave
800-828 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
2319 Williams St
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1329 Fremont St
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2 Bedroom Apartments
2601/2603 E Walnut Street
2601-2603 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50317
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2703 Hull Ave
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Luther Park Apartments
2824 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Fairground, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairground?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairground Studio Apartments | $1,147 | $935 | $2,360 |
| Fairground 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,075 | $645 | $2,376 |
| Fairground 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,050 | $2,002 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairground Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Fairground Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairground area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates priced from $699. 2447 E Walnut Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Fairground apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| 2447 E Walnut Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 820 Lyon Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| Rowat Lofts Apartments | Studio - Marble | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| 800-828 Hartford Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Connolly Lofts | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,061 |
| Water Trail Row | 1-Be, 1 Ba Current | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| District at 6th Apartments | Halston | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairground, IA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairground area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2601/2603 E Walnut Street in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Fairground apartment is the Halston Model at District at 6th Apartments starting at $1,234 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairground apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2601/2603 E Walnut Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| District at 6th Apartments | Halston | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 800-828 Hartford Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 820 Lyon Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Connolly Lofts | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 2447 E Walnut Street | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Water Trail Row | 1-Be, 1 Ba Current | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes | A1 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Best Local Schools in Fairground, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1893)
3 out of 10
Hiatt Middle School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (502)
3 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairground Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairground Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairground Apartment is $699 at Pioneer Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairground Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairground is starting from $825 at 2447 E Walnut Street.
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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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