1326 E 9th St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garton West Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Riverview Oaks Apartments
1420 Pennsylvania AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Highland Park Apartments
1216-1306 E Seneca AveDes Moines, IA 50313
1326 E 9th St
Des MoinesIA50316
2826 Oxford St
Des MoinesIA50313
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$695 - $799Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Maverick Apartments
1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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$725 - $1,375Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
East Village Square
333 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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$755 - $1,385Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
418 East Grand
418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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$782 - $1,563Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Scott at East Village
700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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$795 - $8451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Woodland Meadows
3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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$800 - $1,2501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Grand Homes (55+ Community)
4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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$800 - $1,1201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parkside East
3540 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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$850 - $2,832Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
1513 Des Moines St
Des MoinesIA50316
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2220 E Walnut St
Des MoinesIA50317
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2342 E 13th St
Des MoinesIA50316
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Garton West, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garton West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garton West Studio Apartments | $818 | $595 | $1,226 |
| Garton West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $597 | $1,716 |
| Garton West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $747 | $1,950 |
| Garton West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $975 | $2,400 |
| Garton West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $1,219 | $1,563 |
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Cheapest Available Garton West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garton West area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $597. Maverick Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Garton West apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| 418 East Grand | Studio - The Flow | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| The Lyon | 1 Bed Standard (T): Floors 1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $777 |
| The Aspen | Deluxe 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Woodland Meadows | Super Deluxe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garton West, IA
As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garton West area is the $1.44 price per square foot C3 Model at Level in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Garton West apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Grand Homes (55+ Community) starting at $800 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garton West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Level | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.44 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1120 E 6th St apt 3 | 1120 E 6th St apt 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| East Village Square | 1x1-676 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Woodland Meadows | Upgraded 2 Bed, 1 Bath - With Balcony/Patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGarton West, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #60
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Garton West, Des Moines, IA
Garton Elementary
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (455)
2 out of 10
East High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2040)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Garton West Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Garton West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Garton West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Garton West is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garton West?
The cheapest apartment in Garton West is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Garton West costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garton West?
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 16 regular apartments in Garton West 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 Garton West?
Cheap apartments in Garton West have an average cost of $255 which is $1,245 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garton West.
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