Cheap Homes for Rent in Grandview College Area Des Moines, IA from $600 (10 Rentals)

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Grandview College Area, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Grandview College Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grandview College Area area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $597. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Grandview College Area apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Capitol HeightsOne-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li...1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grandview College Area, IA

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grandview College Area area is the $1.14 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Grandview College Area apartment is the B3 Model at Vue starting at $1,529 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grandview College Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.14
VueB32BR,2BA$1.54
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
The AspenCypress Deluxe (W/D)2BR,1BA$1.29
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
The Scott at East VillageOne Bedroom Corner1BR,1BA$1.82
Capitol HeightsOne-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li...1BR,1BA$1.45
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio ,1BA$1.55

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Grandview College Area

What type of rentals are currently available in Grandview College Area?

There are currently 165 Apartments for Rent in Grandview College Area, IA with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,673. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Grandview College Area ranging from $655 to $2,150.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Grandview College Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Grandview College Area ranges from $655 to $2,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,337.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Grandview College Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Grandview College Area range from $1,156 to $2,673, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,315.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.