Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $769 (53 Rentals)

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property at 4925 South Union St

$1,120

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$1,120
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$1,120

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4925 South Union St

Des MoinesIA50315
property at 2900 SE 10th St

$1,145

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2900 SE 10th St

Des MoinesIA50315

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Cedar Crest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crest Apartments

3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Meredith Homes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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920 Meadow Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

920 Meadow Ln

920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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6920 SW 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

6920 SW 9th St

6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Southridge Senior Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Quarters on 9th
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
2 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Stanton Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stanton Apartments

2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Flats on 5th
2 Bedroom Apartments

Flats on 5th

7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Des Moines Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Des Moines?

The cheapest apartment in Fort Des Moines is Park Forest which is listed at $769, while the average apartment in Fort Des Moines costs $1,347.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Des Moines?

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 38 regular apartments in Fort Des Moines 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 Fort Des Moines?

Cheap apartments in Fort Des Moines have an average cost of $316 which is $1,031 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Des Moines.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.