Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (13 Rentals)

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Oak Creek Chateau
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Creek Chateau

595 N Pleasant Hill BlvdDes Moines, IA 50327
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Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Forest priced from $705. Sutton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $806. Here are the most affordable Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
Sutton HillB12BR,1BA$806
Rosemont PlaceB42BR,1BA$815
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-One and One Half Bath2BR,1BA$845
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres, IA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres area is the $1.32 price per square foot REED R 1748 Model at Lexington Park Townhome Rentals in the in the Estey Heights neighborhood starting from $2,304. The second greatest value Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres apartment is the B6 - Renovated Model at Rosemont Place starting at $1,198 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lexington Park Townhome RentalsREED R 17483BR,2.5BA$1.32
Rosemont PlaceB6 - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.12
Carman Estates2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.18
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Peterson Place Apartments770 BUILDING2BR,1BA$1.11
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.08
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.16
Sutton HillB3 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.25
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-One and One Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.12

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Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #57

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres?

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 30 regular apartments in Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres 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 Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres?

Cheap apartments in Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres have an average cost of $335 which is $1,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Laurel Hill Vandalia Acres.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.