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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grays Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (14 Rentals)
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$750 - $1,1151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prairie Woods Apartments
4014 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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$800 - $1,1201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parkside East
3540 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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$8972 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 31
Cypress 1 (East Ridge)
3909 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
2220 E Walnut St
Des MoinesIA50317
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$8552 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 31
595 N Pleasant Hill Blvd
595 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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$875 - $1,1401 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Canterbury Park
935 Sherrylynn BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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$895 - $1,1752 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Peterson Place Apartments
770 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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$898 - $1,3001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverwood
660 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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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 | $963 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Grays Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $1,120 | $1,600 |
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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 | $875 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Riverwood | Teak | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grays Woods, IA
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grays Woods area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Rock Creek Condos in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Grays Woods apartment is the NEW BUILDING Model at Peterson Place Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Douglas Acres 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. |
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| Rock Creek Condos | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | NEW BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Riverwood | Teak | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGrays Woods, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #63
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
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grays Woods?
The cheapest apartment in Grays Woods is Prairie Woods Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Grays Woods costs $1,157.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Grays Woods?
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 33 regular apartments in Grays Woods 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 Grays Woods?
Cheap apartments in Grays Woods have an average cost of $430 which is $727 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Grays Woods.
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