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1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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4711 South Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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433 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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3708 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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424 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indianola Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianola Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $791 | $699 | $1,125 |
| Indianola Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $775 | $1,550 |
| Indianola Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $1,050 | $1,425 |
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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. McKinley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Indianola Hills apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | Spacious 2 bedroom unit close to downtown | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Watrous Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $833 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indianola Hills, IA
As of May 19, 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 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1201 E Bell Avenue starting at $1,100 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the East 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. |
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| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Watrous Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Elmcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Indianola Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Indianola Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Indianola Hills is Pioneer Estates which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Indianola Hills costs $1,275.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Indianola Hills?
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 14 regular apartments in Indianola Hills 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 Indianola Hills?
Cheap apartments in Indianola Hills have an average cost of $378 which is $897 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Indianola Hills.
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