
Cheap Homes for Rent in Indianola Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (5 Rentals)
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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 |
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Indianola Hills 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,158 | $1,000 | $1,375 |
Indianola Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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There are currently 5 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 Watrous Apartments priced from $600. Park Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. 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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Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indianola Hills, IA
As of July 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Indianola Hills area is the $0.99 price per square foot Spacious 3 bedroom unit close to downtown Model at 1201 E Bell Avenue in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Indianola Hills apartment is the 2/2.0 Model at Magnolia Park starting at $795 with a $0.80 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. |
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1201 E Bell Avenue | Spacious 3 bedroom unit close to downtown | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
The Jefferson | Fully Renovated with Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Elmcrest | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Sevastopol Station | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Indianola Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Indianola Hills?
There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Indianola Hills, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $1,800. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Indianola Hills ranging from $1,000 to $1,695.
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 $1,000 to $1,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,342.
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