Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Laurel Hill Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (5 Rentals)
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Laurel Hill, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laurel Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Laurel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $919 | $695 | $1,658 |
Laurel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $636 | $1,500 |
Laurel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $947 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Laurel Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Laurel Hill area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $636. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Laurel Hill apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $636 |
The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $647 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laurel Hill, IA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laurel Hill area is the $1.24 price per square foot Haven Model at Golfview Condos in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,397. The second greatest value Laurel Hill apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Aspen starting at $947 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laurel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Golfview Condos | Haven | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Riverwood | Drift (w/ fp) | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Sutton Hill | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLaurel Hill, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #65
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Laurel Hill Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
18 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laurel Hill Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Laurel Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Laurel Hill is Park Forest which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Laurel Hill costs $1,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laurel Hill?
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 35 regular apartments in Laurel Hill 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?
Cheap apartments in Laurel Hill have an average cost of $435 which is $740 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Laurel Hill.
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