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Valley Acres Apartments
1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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2101 E Virginia AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Pioneer Estates
1204 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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7201 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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2100 King AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Hampton Meadows
6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Oaks
6209 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Evergreen Terrace
2101-2111 E Caulder AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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5015 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes
1800 Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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530 E Kenyon AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Willow Bend
6800-6616 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Woodside Park Apartments
3301 SE 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Elmcrest
433 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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4711 South Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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424 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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1516 Evergreen AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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5555 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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2201-2202 E Rose AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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6620 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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South View Apartments LLC
4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southern Park Apartments
810 Payton AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southview Manor
2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Bell Terrace
2701 SW 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50321
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Stidham- 6920 SW 9th St
6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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1201 E Bell Avenue
1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southridge Senior Lofts
695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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Sevastopol Station
1938 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Shelly Rose Estates
3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southwinds Apartments
1264 Cummins RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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BNL Investments
5201 S Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Iowa Stanton LLC
2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Magnolia Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Park Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Magnolia Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $828 | $650 | $1,125 |
| Magnolia Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $769 | $2,300 |
| Magnolia Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $895 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Magnolia Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Magnolia Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments priced from $650. McKinley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Magnolia Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | One Bedroom Available-$500 Rent Credit-Call for... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $748 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magnolia Park, IA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Magnolia Park area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Magnolia Park apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at Fort Des Moines starting at $975 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Magnolia Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Flats on 5th | Lennon 2.2A 60% | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| The Oaks | 2/1 Rennovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Magnolia Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Magnolia Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Magnolia Park Apartment is $650 at Valley Acres Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Magnolia Park is starting from $769 at Park Forest.
What is the most affordable Magnolia Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Magnolia Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $995.
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