
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmont Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fairmont Park area of Des Moines.


2303 E 9th St

Capitol Heights

2938 E Euclid Ave

Maverick Apartments

Parkside East
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)

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Prairie Woods Apartments

La Placita on East Grand

2220 E Walnut St

2342 E 13th St

Wedgewood Apartments
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Eastview Manor

Woodland Meadows

Capitol View Apartments

Larnerd Apartments

Eastview

Legacy Park Apartments
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Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmont Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Park Studio Apartments | $1,259 | $1,105 | $1,355 |
| Fairmont Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $597 | $3,042 |
| Fairmont Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $951 | $750 | $1,200 |
| Fairmont Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $975 | $1,250 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairmont Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Fairmont Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmont Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $597. Parkside East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Fairmont Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont Park, IA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmont Park area is the $1.00 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Grand Homes (55+ Community) in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Fairmont Park apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 3274 E Euclid Ave starting at $925 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmont Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Tempo East Village | Hudson (Studio Type 2) | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairmont Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #77
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA
Garton Elementary
East High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmont Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairmont Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairmont Park is under $1,105.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmont Park?
The cheapest apartment in Fairmont Park is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Fairmont Park costs $1,280.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmont Park?
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 12 regular apartments in Fairmont Park 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 Fairmont Park?
Cheap apartments in Fairmont Park have an average cost of $273 which is $1,007 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmont Park.
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