2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (85 Rentals)

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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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Hickman House
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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University Park Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Place

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University West
2 Bedroom Apartments

University West

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Oakview Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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1411 Beaver Ave
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1411 Beaver Ave

1411 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1069 33rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Calvin Community
2 Bedroom Apartments

Calvin Community

4210 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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4702 Merced St
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4702 Merced St

4702 Merced StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3318 Valdez Ct
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3318 Valdez Ct

3318 Valdez CtDes Moines, IA 50310
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1247 33rd St
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1247 33rd St

1247 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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3323 Hickman Rd
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3323 Hickman Rd

3323 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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2901 Rutland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2901 Rutland Ave

2901 Rutland AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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2014 60th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2014 60th St

2014 60th StDes Moines, IA 50322
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3420 Kingman Blvd
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3420 Kingman Blvd

3420 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Beaverdale Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Beaverdale Apartments

3505 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is found at Westpointe Apartments and is listed at 1,567 square feet priced from $1,259. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Westpointe ApartmentsJackson1,567 Sq Ft$1,259
Country Club Village ApartmentsWentworth (Townhouse)1,500 Sq Ft$1,200
Ashley SquareJordan1,000 Sq Ft$983
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom988 Sq Ft$1,060
Urban Green Apartments2 BD Oak900 Sq Ft$895
Oakview TerraceTwo Bedroom-Two Bath878 Sq Ft$860
Bexley Urbandalebxl-2bd850 Sq Ft$975
The Drake2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom564 Sq Ft$825

Cheapest Available Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Merle Hay of Des Moines, IA is the Azalea Model starting from $691 at Plaza Manor. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Merle Hay is currently $1,030. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Plaza ManorAzalea$691
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Elevated 2 Bed$777
Silhouette Apartments2A$800
Oakview TerraceTwo Bedroom-One Bath$810
Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd2BR/1.0BA$825
The Drake2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$825
Legacy Apartments2BR/1.0BA$845
Beaverdale Housing LLC2 bed 1 bath$870
Country Club Village ApartmentsBayhill$870
Urban Green Apartments2 BD Oak$895

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #77

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa including Merle Hay, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Merle Hay with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Merle Hay is at Plaza Manor listed at $691.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Merle Hay is $1,030.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 1,567 square feet unit starting from $1,259 at Westpointe Apartments.

What is the average size for Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Merle Hay is currently 931 sq ft.

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