
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ingleside Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $480 (220 Rentals)
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2701 Ingersoll Ave

732 19th St

732 19th St

732 19th St

1501 University Ave

Lenox Properties

Village Green

The 2800 Residences

The Concord Building
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1333 22nd St

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3607 Ingersoll Ave

1123 24th St

3607 Ingersoll Ave
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll Ave

2820 Cottage Grove Ave

1260 34th St

Imperial Grand Prix

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1108 25th St

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1314 22nd St

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Grand Colony

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Welbeck Apartments

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll Ave
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1118 26th St

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Ingleside, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ingleside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingleside Studio Apartments | $970 | $480 | $1,912 |
| Ingleside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $480 | $5,851 |
| Ingleside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $745 | $3,705 |
| Ingleside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,100 | $2,557 |
| Ingleside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $965 | $1,561 |
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There are currently 220 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ingleside Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Ingleside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ingleside area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 732 19th St priced from $550. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Ingleside apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 732 19th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Drake West Village | 4 Bed - 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $599 |
| 3309 University Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| The Concord Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $647 |
| 1333 22nd St | 1-bedroom 1333 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Forest Avenue Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $690 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ingleside, IA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ingleside area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Ingleside apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ingleside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matilda 235 Townhomes | B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 4216 Ingersoll Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Alta Casa | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Clover Creek | 2/1.5 - Grand Big Buildings | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| 713 20th St, Unit 1915-3 | 713 20th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 2820-2822 Kingman Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 3119 Grand Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ingleside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ingleside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ingleside is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ingleside?
The cheapest apartment in Ingleside is 732 19th St which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in Ingleside costs $1,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ingleside?
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 42 regular apartments in Ingleside 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 Ingleside?
Cheap apartments in Ingleside have an average cost of $362 which is $863 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ingleside.
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
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