
Cheap Homes for Rent in Indianola Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Indianola Hills area of Des Moines.


3420 SW 8th St

3422 SW 8th St

2900 SE 10th St
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30 E Kirkwood Ave

3310 SE 5th St

3919 SW 3rd St

116 Park Ave
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Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Indianola Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianola Hills 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,147 | $975 | $1,500 |
| Indianola Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,355 | $1,195 | $1,475 |
| Indianola Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,822 | $1,795 | $1,850 |
| Indianola Hills 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,995 | $1,995 | $1,995 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Indianola Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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. Watrous Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. 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 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| McKinley Apartments | McKinley Apartments - LIMITED TIME SPECIAL PRIC... | 2BR,2BA | $785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indianola Hills, IA
As of June 12, 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 Bell Avenue Apartments 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Bell Avenue Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 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 | $1.03 |
| Park Indy Rowhomes! | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 800-828 Hartford Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Elmcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Indianola Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Indianola Hills?
There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Indianola Hills, IA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $1,550. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Indianola Hills ranging from $975 to $1,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Indianola Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Indianola Hills ranges from $975 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,579.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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