
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Lower Beaver Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $480 (20 Rentals)


The 2800 Residences

The Grove at Hickman

614 Douglas Ave

Legacy Meadows

Crossroad Apartments
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The View on Douglas

New Haven Apartments

Ashley Square

Westchester Square

Hickman One

Uplift Manor
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Clover Creek

Garden Court Apartments

Oak Park Manor

Brickstone Apartments

The Flats on 56th
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4671 NW 50th St

Douglas Woods
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Beaver?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Beaver Studio Apartments | $685 | $480 | $900 |
Lower Beaver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $793 | $480 | $1,006 |
| Lower Beaver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $745 | $1,376 |
| Lower Beaver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $1,100 | $1,408 |
| Lower Beaver 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLower Beaver, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #56
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA
Hoover High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Beaver Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Beaver?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Beaver is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Beaver?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Beaver is Highland Park Manor which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in Lower Beaver costs $1,297.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Beaver?
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 3 regular apartments in Lower Beaver 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 Lower Beaver?
Cheap apartments in Lower Beaver have an average cost of $390 which is $907 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Beaver.
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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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