
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linden Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (101 Rentals)
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Village Green

The Acacia

Stockbridge Apartments

Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607

The Drake

River Oaks Apartments

Hampton House Apartments

Pleasant Court

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave

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1217 24th St
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Linden Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Linden Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Heights Studio Apartments | $836 | $595 | $1,215 |
| Linden Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,010 | $650 | $2,354 |
| Linden Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $760 | $2,765 |
| Linden Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $1,025 | $4,060 |
| Linden Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $965 | $1,370 |
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There are currently 101 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Linden Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Linden Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Linden Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Village Green priced from $600. The Acacia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Linden Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $647 |
| Stockbridge Apartments | 1x1 670-700 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Lenox Properties | Greenwood A | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The Drake | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
| Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| The Brady Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | One Bedroom Available-$1000 Rent Credit-Call fo... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Pleasant Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linden Heights, IA
As of January 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Linden Heights area is the $0.70 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Model at 3612 Ingersoll Ave in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Linden Heights 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 Linden Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3612 Ingersoll Ave | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #3 | 1215 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Ingersoll Towers | Ashworth | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| The 31st Street Apartments | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| River Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Stockbridge Apartments | 1x1 670-700 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Linden Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Linden Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Linden Heights is under $725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Linden Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Linden Heights is Stockbridge Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Linden Heights costs $1,317.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Linden Heights?
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 49 regular apartments in Linden Heights 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 Linden Heights?
Cheap apartments in Linden Heights have an average cost of $302 which is $1,015 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Linden Heights.
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