
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Northtown Apartments

The Grove at Hickman

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Welbeck Apartments

1438 9th St
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614 Douglas Ave

3916 9th St, Unit Apt 1

1816 Francis Ave

1303 College Ave

New Haven Apartments

1809 Arlington Ave, Unit 10

The Flats at Highland Park Apartments
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1816 Francis Ave

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Highland Park Manor

3419 1st St

2413 24th St

2342 E 13th St

Garden Court Apartments
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Oak Park Manor

Grand Heights

421 College Ave

Legacy Park Apartments

3905 8th St

1924 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

The Klein Building
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Highland Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Studio Apartments | $704 | $480 | $875 |
| Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $717 | $480 | $850 |
| Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $845 | $745 | $1,025 |
| Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $1,100 | $1,195 |
| Highland Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Park 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 Highland Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| Northtown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| New Haven Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Northtown Apartments in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the 3x2 Model at New Haven Apartments starting at $1,155 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northtown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| New Haven Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Highland Park Apartments | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment is $597 at Highland Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highland Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland Park is starting from $745 at Welbeck Apartments.
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