Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Frisbie Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (64 Rentals)

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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Winona
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Winona

527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Ingersoll Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ingersoll Park

4906 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Eddy Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eddy Apartments

1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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3607 Ingersoll Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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University West
2 Bedroom Apartments

University West

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chetwynd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chetwynd Apartments

3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Apartments

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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5008 Ingersoll Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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543 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312

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Briarwood Grand Apartments
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$810 - $1,095
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Briarwood Grand Apartments

2132 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Frisbie Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Frisbie Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Frisbie Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The Acacia priced from $647. Lenox Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Frisbie Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Lenox PropertiesDrake B1BR,1BA$695
The DrakeB31BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$736
River Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$775
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$799
Briarwood Grand Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$810
Weston Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frisbie Park, IA

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Frisbie Park area is the $0.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Normandy Terrace Apartments in the in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Frisbie Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Alta Casa starting at $1,195 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Frisbie Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Alta Casa2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
River Oaks Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.15
Regency Woods2 Bed | 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.02
Bennett Grand Woods ApartmentsAB-2B1B2BR,1BA$1.14
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$1.21
Deer Ridge1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Briarwood Grand Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Western Des Moines, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Frisbie Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Frisbie Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Frisbie Park is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Frisbie Park?

The cheapest apartment in Frisbie Park is The Drake which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Frisbie Park costs $1,175.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Frisbie 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 46 regular apartments in Frisbie 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 Frisbie Park?

Cheap apartments in Frisbie Park have an average cost of $195 which is $980 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Frisbie Park.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.