
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Martin Hickman Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (172 Rentals)
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732 19th St

Village Green

The 2800 Residences

732 19th St

The Concord Building

1036 22nd St

The Acacia

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3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit Apt 2
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1816 Francis Ave

Northtown Apartments

1816 Francis Ave

The Village at Westchester

The Drake

1123 24th St

1108 25th St

The Elliott

Beaverdale Housing LLC

3607 Ingersoll Ave
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1314 22nd St

3607 Ingersoll Ave

732 19th St

1314 22nd St

1314 22nd St

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Legacy Meadows

Pleasant Court

3607 Ingersoll Ave
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

MLK Brickstone Apartments

The Des Moines Building

1333 22nd St

614 Douglas Ave

Welbeck Apartments

1438 9th St

Ingersoll Towers

1215 25th St

Old Main & Drake Apartments
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Civic Center Court Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

1303 College Ave

New Haven Apartments

2537 Lynner Dr

3814 42nd St

City Square Lofts

Four Seasons Apartments
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Martin Hickman, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Martin Hickman?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Hickman Studio Apartments | $879 | $480 | $2,000 |
| Martin Hickman 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $480 | $4,113 |
| Martin Hickman 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $699 | $2,450 |
| Martin Hickman 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,100 | $2,495 |
| Martin Hickman 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $965 | $1,340 |
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There are currently 172 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Martin Hickman Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Martin Hickman Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Martin Hickman area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Manor priced from $597. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Martin Hickman apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Manor | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $597 |
| Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| 732 19th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Concord Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $647 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Drake | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Clover Creek | 1/1 - Grand | 1BR,1BA | $697 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martin Hickman, IA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Martin Hickman area is the $1.14 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Martin Hickman apartment is the 1250 9th St Model at 1250 9th St, Unit Unite #1 starting at $1,200 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Martin Hickman apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matilda 235 Townhomes | B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| 1250 9th St, Unit Unite #1 | 1250 9th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Alta Casa | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 560 29th St | 560 29th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 2820-2822 Kingman Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Welbeck Apartments | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Legacy Meadows | A3 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Martin Hickman Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Martin Hickman?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Martin Hickman is at Village Green listed at $600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Hickman Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Hickman Apartment is $597 at Highland Park Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Martin Hickman Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Martin Hickman is starting from $725 at Legacy Meadows.
What is the most affordable Martin Hickman Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Martin Hickman Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village Green and starts from $1,100.
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