Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greenwood Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (129 Rentals)

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The Drake
$680 - $960
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$615 - $895
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$65
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$680 - $960
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Hampton House Apartments
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$699 - $1,599
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$599 - $1,499
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$100
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$699 - $1,599
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hampton House Apartments

4200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Des Moines Building
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$780 - $1,324
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$775 - $1,319
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$5
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$780 - $1,324
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Forest Avenue Village
$825 - $1,625
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$785 - $1,585
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$40
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$825 - $1,625
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Weston Park Apartments
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$850 - $1,050
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$814 - $1,014
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$36
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$850 - $1,050
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Weston Park Apartments

4200 Park AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Soll
$875 - $2,204
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$772 - $2,101
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$103
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$875 - $2,204
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Soll

2301 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Canary Lofts
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$890 - $1,775
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$885 - $1,770
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$890 - $1,775
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Canary Lofts

2530 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Maxwell
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$900 - $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability

Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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University Village
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$900 - $975
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$815 - $890
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$85
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$900 - $975
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University Village

2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Greenwood, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greenwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greenwood area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Village Green priced from $600. The Acacia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Greenwood apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$650
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$650
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$675
The DrakeB31BR,1BA$680
Arlington HallettStudio WestStudio,1BA$680
River Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
The Brady Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenwood, IA

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greenwood area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bed | 2 Bath Model at 3000 Grand Apartments in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,505. The second greatest value Greenwood apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greenwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3000 Grand Apartments3 Bed | 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.09
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Ingersoll TowersRiley2BR,2BA$0.85
560 29th St560 29th St2BR,1BA$1.03
1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #31215 23rd St2BR,1BA$0.80
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$1.05
Skyloft Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.93
The Pointe on Fleur ApartmentsOne Bedroom Available-$500 Rent Credit-Call for...1BR,1BA$1.07
River Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Des Moines. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greenwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greenwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greenwood is at Village Green listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenwood Apartment is $650 at Stockbridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greenwood Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greenwood is starting from $775 at The Drake.

What is the most affordable Greenwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Greenwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pointe on Fleur Apartments and starts from $1,025.

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