
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (21 Rentals)
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3003 Cambridge St

1210 E Seneca Ave

1116 E Seneca Ave
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1216 E Seneca Ave

1132 E Seneca Ave

The Grove at Hickman

3225 5th Ave

1300 E Seneca Ave

1234 E Seneca Ave
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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 |
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Highland Park Studio Apartments | $575 | $575 | $575 |
Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $755 | $547 | $1,600 |
Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $847 | $550 | $1,275 |
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There are currently 21 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Northtown Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Riverview Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Woodland Meadows | Super Deluxe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments | Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
2342 E 13th St, Unit Unit A | 2342 E 13th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Woodland Meadows | Deluxe 2 Bedroom - Big Living Room | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Northtown Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
3614 6th Ave | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighland Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #84
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
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