
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmont Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fairmont Park area of Des Moines.


Highland Park Apartments

Maverick Apartments

Capitol Heights

2303 E 9th St

Woodland Meadows

Parkside East
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Park Winds

La Placita on East Grand

2220 E Walnut St

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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 | $1,038 | $575 | $1,300 |
| Fairmont Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $805 | $597 | $1,400 |
| Fairmont Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $929 | $767 | $1,675 |
| Fairmont Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $1,120 | $1,375 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 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 Studio unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $575. Maverick Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Woodland Meadows | Super Deluxe 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont Park, IA
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmont Park area is the $1.24 price per square foot Redwood I Deluxe (W/D) Model at The Aspen in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $1,228. The second greatest value Fairmont Park apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Park Winds starting at $895 with a $1.20 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspen | Redwood I Deluxe (W/D) | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Woodland Meadows | Remodeled 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Tempo East Village | Crosby (Studio Type 1) | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairmont Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #74
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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 $1,100.
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 $1,160.
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 18 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 $263 which is $897 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmont Park.
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