Cheap Homes for Rent in Kirkwood Glen Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)

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Kirkwood Glen, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kirkwood Glen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kirkwood Glen area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Clover Creek priced from $593. The Flats on 21st has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable Kirkwood Glen apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clover Creek0/1Studio,1BA$593
The Flats on 21stStudioStudio,1BA$595
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Lenox PropertiesDrake StudioStudio,1BA$595
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood Glen, IA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kirkwood Glen area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Kirkwood Glen apartment is the CA-C9 Model at Court Ave Lofts starting at $1,147 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkwood Glen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Court Ave LoftsCA-C92BR,2BA$1.03
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
Ingersoll TowersAshworth2BR,1BA$1.01
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted1BR,1BA$1.13
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Skyloft Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.93
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kirkwood Glen, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #8

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kirkwood Glen

What type of rentals are currently available in Kirkwood Glen?

There are currently 589 Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood Glen, IA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $19,547. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kirkwood Glen ranging from $560 to $3,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kirkwood Glen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kirkwood Glen ranges from $560 to $3,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,496.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kirkwood Glen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kirkwood Glen range from $1,100 to $4,904, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.

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