Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garton West Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (27 Rentals)

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Eastview Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview Manor

3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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3274 E Euclid Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3274 E Euclid Ave

3274 E Euclid AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Hilltop l
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop l

3720 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Garton West, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 The Aspen priced from $597. Riverview Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Garton West apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The AspenStandard 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$597
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
The ElliottStudioStudio,1BA$750
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
The Scott at East Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$828
VelocityS1Studio,1BA$982
Rowat LoftsS6 - Gypsum With AlcoveStudio,1BA$1,016
Park Winds2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,018

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garton West, IA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garton West area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Aspen in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $947. The second greatest value Garton West apartment is the A3 Model at Vue starting at $1,313 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garton West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Aspen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
VueA31BR,1BA$1.62
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
LevelA21BR,1BA$1.82
Park Winds2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Luther Park Apartments1 Bedroom - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED1BR,1BA$1.83
District at 6th ApartmentsMcBrideStudio ,1BA$1.79
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio ,1BA$1.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Garton West, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #33

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garton West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Garton West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Garton West is at East Village Square listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Garton West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garton West Apartment is $597 at The Aspen.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Garton West Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garton West is starting from $647 at The Aspen.

What is the most affordable Garton West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Garton West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Aspen and starts from $947.

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