Cheap Homes for Rent in Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
The AspenStandard 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$647
Legacy Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3703 5th Ave Model at 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $900. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3703 5th Ave, Unit #53703 5th Ave1BR,1BA$0.90
The Aspen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Riverview Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.03
Legacy Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.00
The Scott at East VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.39
Rivers RunNew Vibe 2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.37
University Village1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.39
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.21
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Highland Park?

There are currently 122 Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $647 to $2,880. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highland Park ranging from $1,095 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highland Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highland Park ranges from $1,095 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,469.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Highland Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Highland Park range from $947 to $1,392, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,245 to $1,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,333.

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