
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (63 Rentals)


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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $769 | $650 | $1,000 |
Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $909 | $624 | $1,316 |
Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $650 | $1,800 |
Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $736 | $1,731 |
Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is found at Country Club Village Apartments and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $870. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Country Club Village Apartments | Hinsdale | 800 Sq Ft | $870 |
Westpointe Apartments | Jefferson | 759 Sq Ft | $990 |
Urban Green Apartments | 1 BR Oak | 750 Sq Ft | $835 |
SaddleBrook Apartments | B1 | 722 Sq Ft | $1,205 |
Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 700 Sq Ft | $760 |
Ashley Square | Aurora | 700 Sq Ft | $908 |
Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 662 Sq Ft | $825 |
Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $765 |
Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community! | 1BR/1.0BA | 650 Sq Ft | $900 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | 550 Sq Ft | $750 |
Cheapest Available Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Merle Hay of Des Moines, IA is the Aspen Model starting from $635 at Plaza Manor. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Merle Hay is currently $909. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Plaza Manor | Aspen | $635 |
The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $730 |
Silhouette Apartments | 1A | $750 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | 1 bed 1 bath | $750 |
Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $760 |
Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | $765 |
Oakview Terrace | One Bedroom | $780 |
Country Club Village Apartments | Augusta | $815 |
Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | $825 |
Urban Green Apartments | 1 BR Oak | $835 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerle Hay, Des Moines, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Merle Hay Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Merle Hay with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Merle Hay is at Plaza Manor listed at $635.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Merle Hay is $909.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 800 square feet unit starting from $870 at Country Club Village Apartments.
What is the average size for Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Merle Hay is currently 654 sq ft.
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