
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Indianola Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Indianola Hills area of Des Moines.


Watrous Apartments

Magnolia Park

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Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

816 Hartford Ave

814 Hartford Ave

830 Hartford Ave

3315 SE 4th St

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Cedar Crest Apartments

1201 E Bell Avenue

Southview Manor

McKinley Apartments

1989 SW 1st St

800-828 Hartford Ave
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Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indianola Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianola Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $771 | $699 | $1,125 |
| Indianola Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $810 | $1,550 |
| Indianola Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $1,200 | $1,610 |
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Cheapest Available Indianola Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Indianola Hills area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates priced from $699. 1201 E Bell Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Indianola Hills apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $728 |
| McKinley Apartments | McKinley Apartments - LIMITED TIME SPECIAL PRIC... | 2BR,2BA | $785 |
| Magnolia Park | 2 Bed /2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indianola Hills, IA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Indianola Hills area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Indianola Hills apartment is the 2 Bed /2 Bath Model at Magnolia Park starting at $810 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Indianola Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Magnolia Park | 2 Bed /2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Jefferson | Furnished Apartment- previous model unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 800-828 Hartford Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Indianola Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Indianola Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Indianola Hills Apartment is $699 at Pioneer Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Indianola Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Indianola Hills is starting from $785 at McKinley Apartments.
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