Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Beaver Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (20 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oakview Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Alley Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alley Landing

2701 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oak Park Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $548. Here are the most affordable Lower Beaver apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Beaver, IA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Beaver area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1106 Clinton Ave Model at 1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Lower Beaver apartment is the 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 31106 Clinton Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.00
Franklin Court ApartmentsCOZY DELUX2BR,1BA$1.26
Ashley SquareAurora1BR,1BA$1.33
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Silhouette Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1.19
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.16
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #70

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Beaver Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Beaver?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Beaver is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Beaver Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Beaver Apartment is $547 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Beaver Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Beaver is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

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