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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (45 Rentals)
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$685 - $9951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
McKinley Apartments
315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Forest
2101 E Virginia AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$705 - $9641 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Watrous Apartments
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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$722 - $1,2101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sutton Hill
2100 King AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$725 - $7951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Pointe on Fleur
2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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$725 - $7951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Valley Acres Apartments
1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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$735 - $875Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes
1800 Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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$750 - $9751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Hampton Meadows
6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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$765 - $1,4001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Melbourne
5515 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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$775 - $930Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Ridges
7201 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Evergreen Terrace
2101-2111 E Caulder AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Goldbriar Chateau
5555 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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$825 - $1,4501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes
424 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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$850 - $9401 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Southbrook Green
1516 Evergreen AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$870 - $1,1001 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lyn Crossing
2000 Meadow Chase LnDes Moines, IA 50320
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Willow Bend
6800-6616 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Fort Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Des Moines Studio Apartments | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Fort Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $830 | $667 | $1,200 |
| Fort Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $731 | $1,600 |
| Fort Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $975 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Fort Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ivy II priced from $667. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Fort Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy II | Classic 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $667 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $722 |
| The Pointe on Fleur | One Bedroom Available-One Month Free Rent Speci... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | S1Pwv | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| The Hampton Meadows | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Des Moines, IA
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Des Moines area is the $0.88 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,215. The second greatest value Fort Des Moines apartment is the Woodson 2.2C 60% Model at Flats on 5th starting at $975 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Flats on 5th | Woodson 2.2C 60% | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | Two Bedroom in Des Moines - First Month Rent Fr... | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Getting Around the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Ivy II which is listed at $667, while the average apartment in Fort Des Moines costs $1,205.
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 41 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 $470 which is $735 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Des Moines.
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