
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grays Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Grays Woods area of Des Moines.


Parkside East

Cypress 1 (East Ridge)

2220 E Walnut St

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Riverwood

595 N Pleasant Hill Blvd

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Grays Woods, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grays Woods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grays Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $750 | $1,190 |
| Grays Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $941 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Grays Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $1,120 | $1,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grays Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Grays Woods Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grays Woods area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Prairie Woods Apartments priced from $750. Parkside East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Grays Woods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | NEW BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grays Woods, IA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grays Woods area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Rock Creek Condos in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Grays Woods apartment is the Two Bedroom-Two Bath Model at Canterbury Park starting at $960 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Estey Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grays Woods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Condos | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | NEW BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Riverwood | Drift (w/ fp) | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGrays Woods, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #64
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Grays Woods Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
27 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Grays Woods Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Grays Woods Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Grays Woods Apartment is $750 at Prairie Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Grays Woods Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Grays Woods is starting from $795 at Prairie Woods Apartments.
What is the most affordable Grays Woods Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Grays Woods Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkside East and starts from $1,120.
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