Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairground Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (18 Rentals)

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Rose Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Glen

2808 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Luther Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luther Park Apartments

2824 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Capitol Hill Apt
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Hill Apt

816-820 Lyon StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Legacy Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Park Apartments

1352 12th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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620 E 16th St
Studio Apartments

620 E 16th St

620 E 16th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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1101 Walker St
Studio Apartments

1101 Walker St

1101 Walker StDes Moines, IA 50316
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1419 E 40th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1419 E 40th St

1419 E 40th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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801 Williams St
4 Bedroom Apartments

801 Williams St

801 Williams StDes Moines, IA 50317

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Fairground, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairground Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairground area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Maverick Apartments priced from $695. Pioneer Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Fairground apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio,1BA$695
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$705
Capitol Heights1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
Rowat Lofts ApartmentsStudio - SlateStudio,1BA$770
Eagle View LoftsA3 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$787

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairground, IA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairground area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2A Model at Connolly Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Fairground apartment is the Miller Model at District at 6th Apartments starting at $1,097 with a $1.84 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Connolly Lofts2A2BR,1BA$1.64
District at 6th ApartmentsMillerStudio ,1BA$1.84
Capitol Heights1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.45
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$1.41
Eagle View LoftsA11BR,1BA$1.68
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio ,1BA$1.45
Rowat Lofts ApartmentsStudio - QuartzStudio ,1BA$2.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairground, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #81

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Fairground Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairground Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairground?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairground is at Maverick Apartments listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairground Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairground Apartment is $725 at Capitol Heights.

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 $1,400 at Connolly Lofts.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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