Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Beaver Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (48 Rentals)

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property at 2537 Lynner Dr

$800

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$800
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$800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2537 Lynner Dr

Des MoinesIA50310

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
$1,050
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$1,050
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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property at 1914 10th St

$1,050

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1914 10th St

Des MoinesIA50314
property at 1617 34th St

$1,075

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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1617 34th St

Des MoinesIA50310
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Uplift Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Highland Park Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park Manor

3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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The View on Douglas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The View on Douglas

5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2413 24th St

2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Clover Creek
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Clover Creek

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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Oak Park Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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4671 NW 50th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4671 NW 50th St

4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 56th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 56th

3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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5902 Hickman Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5902 Hickman Rd

5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Douglas Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglas Woods

2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Klein Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Klein Building

3614 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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2300 Beaver Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2300 Beaver Ave

2300 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310

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Clover Acres
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clover Acres

3615 61st StDes Moines, IA 50322
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The Birch
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Birch

3120 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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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 Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable Lower Beaver apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
Highland Park ManorStudioStudio,1BA$575
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
Clover Creek1/1 - Grand1BR,1BA$697
Legacy MeadowsB2 Classic2BR,1BA$725
Welbeck ApartmentsLegacy 2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$745
Crossroad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775
2300 Beaver Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Beaver, IA

As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Beaver area is the $1.05 price per square foot 5000 Twana Dr Model at 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Lower Beaver apartment is the Model A Model at Hickman One starting at $960 with a $1.20 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.
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
Hickman OneModel A2BR,1BA$1.20
Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Welbeck ApartmentsLegacy 2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$0.99
Crossroad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Legacy MeadowsA3 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.16
Clover Creek1/1 - Grand1BR,1BA$1.18
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.18

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Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Beaver Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Beaver Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

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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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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