2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (104 Rentals)

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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$1,130

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3001 30th St

Des MoinesIA50310

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 31

4704 Valdez Dr

Des MoinesIA50310
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Calvin Community
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Calvin Community

4210 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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2300 Beaver Ave
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2300 Beaver Ave

2300 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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4620 Valdez Dr
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4620 Valdez Dr

4620 Valdez DrDes Moines, IA 50310

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3420 Kingman Blvd
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3420 Kingman Blvd

3420 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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4720 Valdez Dr
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4720 Valdez Dr

4720 Valdez DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Mirell Flats
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Mirell Flats

1134 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1240 32nd St
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1240 32nd St

1240 32nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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2014 60th St
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2014 60th St

2014 60th StDes Moines, IA 50322
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3323 Hickman Rd
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3323 Hickman Rd

3323 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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2901 Rutland Ave
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2901 Rutland Ave

2901 Rutland AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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4703 Valdez Dr
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4703 Valdez Dr

4703 Valdez DrDes 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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Drake Collection
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Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Roosevelt Manor
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Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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JK Sully 1075
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JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1069 33rd St
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1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311

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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 Country Club Village Apartments and is listed at 1,500 square feet priced from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Country Club Village ApartmentsWentworth (Townhouse)1,500 Sq Ft$1,375
SaddleBrook ApartmentsH1,244 Sq Ft$1,570
The 44 DSM2BR1,000 Sq Ft$1,600
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom988 Sq Ft$975
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsWindsor- 2 Bed Corner Unit (B2)976 Sq Ft$1,700
Olde English Village2 Bed | 2 Bath | 960 sq ft960 Sq Ft$1,000
5908-5924 Sutton Dr2 Beds, 2 Baths902 Sq Ft$1,150
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 Bed Stellar900 Sq Ft$875
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2c850 Sq Ft$1,025
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA825 Sq Ft$950

Cheapest Available Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Merle Hay of Des Moines, IA is the B3 Partial Renovation Model starting from $775 at Legacy Meadows. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Merle Hay is currently $1,025. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Legacy MeadowsB3 Partial Renovation$775
Welcome to Manor Heights Apartments!2BR/1.0BA$800
Chad Estates2 bedroom$815
Beaverdale Housing LLC2 bed 1 bath$870
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak$875
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA$950
Lofts on 34th2BR/1.0BA$950
Kingstone Apartments 22BR/1.0BA$950
Hickman OneModel A$960
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom$975

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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

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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!

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 Legacy Meadows listed at $775.

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 $1,025.

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 1,500 square feet unit starting from $1,375 at Country Club Village 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 984 sq ft.

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