Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (21 Rentals)

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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oak Park Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Highland Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Northtown Apartments priced from $595. Riverview Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$675
Woodland MeadowsSuper Deluxe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsLegacy 2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $1.09 price per square foot Standard 2 Bedroom Model at The Aspen in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $847. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba Model at Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments starting at $895 with a $1.19 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The AspenStandard 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
2342 E 13th St, Unit Unit A2342 E 13th St1BR,1BA$1.35
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.17
Woodland MeadowsDeluxe 2 Bedroom - Big Living Room2BR,1BA$1.70
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.38
3614 6th Ave1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highland Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #84

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Park Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Park?

The cheapest apartment in Highland Park is Northtown Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Highland Park costs $847.

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 2 regular apartments in Highland Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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