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100-150 E Jackson AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Madison Flats
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McKinley School Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley School Columbus Park Studio Apartments | $967 | $600 | $1,753 |
| McKinley School Columbus Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $650 | $5,228 |
| McKinley School Columbus Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $745 | $2,894 |
| McKinley School Columbus Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,100 | $2,828 |
| McKinley School Columbus Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,614 | $965 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKinley School Columbus Park, IA
As of February 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the McKinley School Columbus 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 McKinley School Columbus Park apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 1171 21st St, Unit I | 1171 21st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Southbrook Green | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson 2 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Stockbridge Apartments | 1x1 670-700 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | Two Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Best Local Schools in Mckinley School Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA
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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 a cheap apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McKinley School Columbus Park is under $725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park?
The cheapest apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park is Stockbridge Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park costs $1,545.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McKinley School Columbus Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 94 regular apartments in McKinley School Columbus Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in McKinley School Columbus Park?
Cheap apartments in McKinley School Columbus Park have an average cost of $270 which is $1,275 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in McKinley School Columbus Park.
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