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Clover Creek
2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Beaver Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (11 Rentals)
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The View on Douglas
5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Legacy Apartments
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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$548 - $1,5501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
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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 | $642 | $593 | $745 |
| Lower Beaver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $731 | $639 | $949 |
| Lower Beaver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $896 | $648 | $1,550 |
| Lower Beaver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Beaver Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Beaver Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Beaver area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Clover Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $593. Here are the most affordable Lower Beaver apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
| Clover Creek | 0/1 - Classic | Studio,1BA | $593 |
| Northtown Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| The View on Douglas | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Beaver, IA
As of October 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Beaver area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Model at 3614 6th Ave in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Lower Beaver apartment is the 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 starting at $1,100 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Beaver apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3614 6th Ave | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 | 2107 52nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Westchester Square | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Recently updated apartments | Birch elevated 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments | Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLower Beaver, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA
Hoover High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (991)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Lower Beaver Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 $845.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Beaver?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Beaver is Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I which is listed at $548, while the average apartment in Lower Beaver costs $1,450.
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 28 regular apartments in Lower Beaver that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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