Cheap Homes for Rent in Martin Hickman Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $800 (24 Rentals)

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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martin Hickman, IA

As of June 21, 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
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.00
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.08
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Martin Hickman

What type of rentals are currently available in Martin Hickman?

There are currently 460 Apartments for Rent in Martin Hickman, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $4,609. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Martin Hickman ranging from $865 to $2,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Martin Hickman?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Martin Hickman ranges from $865 to $2,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,527.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Martin Hickman?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Martin Hickman range from $870 to $3,239, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,645 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.

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