
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmont Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (27 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

Maverick Apartments

Park Winds

Grand Homes (55+ Community)
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Cypress 1 (East Ridge)

1242 E 21st St

241-243 E 24th St

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La Placita on East Grand

2220 E Walnut St

Wedgewood Apartments

Eastview Manor

1301 E 12th St

Grand Heights
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Capitol View Apartments

Larnerd Apartments

2636.5 Capitol Ave

Legacy Park Apartments

Eastview

3274 E Euclid Ave
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The Aspen

Hilltop Apartments

2319 Williams St
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 | $745 | $1,215 |
| Fairmont Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $880 | $597 | $2,393 |
| Fairmont Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $745 | $4,055 |
| Fairmont Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $975 | $1,335 |
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There are currently 27 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. Capitol Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. 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 |
| Capitol Heights | Capitol Heights Apartments – Renovated 1 Bedroo... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Park Winds | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $905 |
| The Aspen | Cypress Deluxe (W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $975 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont Park, IA
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmont Park area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Hilltop Apartments in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Fairmont Park apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Prairie Woods Apartments starting at $905 with a $1.06 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Aspen | Cypress Deluxe (W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Park Winds | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA
East High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmont Park Apartments
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 $920.
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 35 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 $530 which is $390 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmont Park.
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