Cheap Homes for Rent in the Grandview College Area Des Moines, IA from $600 (8 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 HeightsCapitol Heights Apartments – Renovated 1 Bedroo...1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grandview College Area, IA

As of July 24, 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 1250 9th St Model at 1250 9th St, Unit Unite #1 starting at $1,200 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area 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
1250 9th St, Unit Unite #11250 9th St3BR,1.5BA$0.71
VueB82BR,2BA$1.44
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
The AspenCypress Deluxe (W/D)2BR,1BA$1.21
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 41614 Arlington Ave1BR,1BA$1.31
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
Capitol Heights1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.45

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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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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 $2,456. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Grandview College Area ranging from $655 to $3,095.

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 $3,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,353.

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 $1,165 to $2,456, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,095. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,315.

Expert Rental Resources

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