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Highland Park Apartments
1216-1306 E Seneca AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Capitol Heights
1414-1424 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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East Village Square
333 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maverick Apartments
1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Riverview Oaks Apartments
1420 Pennsylvania AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Grand Homes (55+ Community)
4212 E 29th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Parkside East
3540 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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The Scott at East Village
700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Park Winds
3600 Kennedy DrDes Moines, IA 50317
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3419 1st St
3419 1st StDes Moines, IA 50313
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La Placita on East Grand
1540 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50316
2220 E Walnut St
Des MoinesIA50317
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Wedgewood Apartments
2555 Wedgewood RdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Eastview Manor
3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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River Hills Apartments #2
916 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Grand Heights
3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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1301 E 12th St
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Capitol View Apartments
1441 Capitol AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Larnerd Apartments
3111 Easton BlvdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Eastview
3945 E 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Legacy Park Apartments
1352 12th StDes Moines, IA 50314
2636.5 Capitol Ave
Des MoinesIA50317
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The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave EDes Moines, IA 50313
1522 E 16th 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 |
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| Garton West Studio Apartments | $958 | $575 | $1,395 |
| Garton West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $597 | $2,342 |
| Garton West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,099 | $800 | $2,115 |
| Garton West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $975 | $2,495 |
| Garton West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
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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 Studio unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $575. Capitol Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garton West, IA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garton West area is the $1.54 price per square foot Bently Loft Model at East Village Square in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,450. 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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| East Village Square | Bently Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Aspen | Cypress Deluxe (W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Capitol Heights | One-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li... | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Maverick Apartments | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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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 (1893)
2 out of 10
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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 $940.
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 $1,315.
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 12 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 $384 which is $931 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garton West.
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