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Martin Hickman, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$625
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5Studio,1BA$675
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$695
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Oakview TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$710
Pleasant CourtStudioStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martin Hickman, IA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Martin Hickman area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Martin Hickman apartment is the 2 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave starting at $900 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Drake Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Martin Hickman apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 31106 Clinton Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Griffin Building2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.14
1818 Pleasant St, Unit 18181818 Pleasant St2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.08
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Martin Hickman, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #32

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Martin Hickman Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Hickman Apartment?

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

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 $695 at 2413 24th St.

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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