Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meredith Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (22 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oakview Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Hickman House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Alley Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alley Landing

2701 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310

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Meredith, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Meredith Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meredith area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. The View on Douglas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Meredith apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Plaza ManorAzalea2BR,1BA$690
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$695
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meredith, IA

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Meredith area is the $1.31 price per square foot The Stargazer III 60% Model at Lillis Lofts in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,482. The second greatest value Meredith apartment is the 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meredith apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lillis LoftsThe Stargazer III 60%3BR,2BA$1.31
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Elm Village Apartments2 BDRM2BR,1BA$1.11
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.11
Twin Oaks ResidencesThird Floor2BR,1BA$1.28
Franklin Court ApartmentsCOZY DELUX2BR,1BA$1.26
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Silhouette Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1.19
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Meredith, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #50

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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Getting Around the Meredith Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meredith Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Meredith?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Meredith is at The View on Douglas listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Meredith Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Meredith Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Meredith Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Meredith is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

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