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The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave EDes Moines, IA 50313
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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1826 6th Ave
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East Village Square
333 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Legacy Apartments
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Scott at East Village Apartments
700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
1438 9th St
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2411 Welbeck RdDes Moines, IA 50310
4043 2nd Ave
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University Village
2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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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 | $852 | $600 | $1,123 |
| Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $889 | $597 | $1,275 |
| Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $647 | $1,647 |
| Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $947 | $1,380 |
| Highland Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $1,322 | $1,664 |
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There are currently 24 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 (DSM) priced from $547. The Aspen 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 (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| The Aspen | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IA
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2BR-C3 Model at Carbon 550 in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,570. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Aspen starting at $947 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon 550 | 2BR-C3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Rivers Run | New Vibe 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Ranked #79
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1458)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Highland Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- 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 Highland Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Park is under $828.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Park is Highland Park Apartments (DSM) which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Highland Park costs $1,371.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Park?
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 15 regular apartments in Highland Park 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 Highland Park?
Cheap apartments in Highland Park have an average cost of $344 which is $1,027 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Park.
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