Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jordan Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (4 Rentals)

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Libertad Des Moines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Libertad Des Moines

4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Jordan Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jordan Park, IA

As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jordan Park area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Jordan Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jordan Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
SomersetA21BR,1BA$1.24
MelbourneA5 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.22
Fort Des Moines1 Bedroom-A61BR,1BA$1.29
The RidgesA1 - Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.35
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.30
Elmcrest1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jordan Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #68

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Jordan Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jordan Park Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jordan Park?

The cheapest apartment in Jordan Park is Melbourne which is listed at $627, while the average apartment in Jordan Park costs $1,051.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jordan Park?

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 27 regular apartments in Jordan Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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