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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1
5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Uplift Manor
2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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2805 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oak Park Manor
3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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2929 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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3615 61st StDes Moines, IA 50322
3421 Merle Hay Rd
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3120 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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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 | $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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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 Manor priced from $597. Clover Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Lower Beaver apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Clover Creek | 1/1 - Grand | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $648 |
| The View on Douglas | Completely Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The 2800 Residences | 2nd Floor - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford II | 2BR,1BA | $758 |
| Legacy Meadows | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Beaver, IA
As of April 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 2 Bedroom Model at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I starting at $648 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Green Meadows West 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. |
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| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Northtown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Hickman One | Model A | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special | Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford II | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Clover Creek | 1/1 - Grand | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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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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