Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McKinley School Columbus Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (108 Rentals)

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3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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McKinley School Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available McKinley School Columbus Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the McKinley School Columbus Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Flats on 21st priced from $595. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable McKinley School Columbus Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$595
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
The Concord BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$630
The Brady Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695
The Fleming Building#5 - StudioStudio,1BA$695
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$699
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
The Des Moines BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$705
The ElliottStudioStudio,1BA$710
Argonne ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$724

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKinley School Columbus Park, IA

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the McKinley School Columbus Park area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value McKinley School Columbus Park apartment is the Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes starting at $1,275 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McKinley School Columbus Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.10
Southern Meadows HomesPlan B - two story3BR,2BA$0.93
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Finn Apartmentsfin-2r2BR,2BA$0.92
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
1201 E Bell Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.94
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.06
933 18th StThe Olive1BR,1BA$1.06
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Des Moines, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McKinley School Columbus Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park is at Village Green listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McKinley School Columbus Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McKinley School Columbus Park Apartment is $595 at The Flats on 21st.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McKinley School Columbus Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park is starting from $769 at Park Forest.

What is the most affordable McKinley School Columbus Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap McKinley School Columbus Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village Green and starts from $1,100.

Expert Rental Resources

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