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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $774 | $525 | $1,100 |
| Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $910 | $669 | $1,250 |
| Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $689 | $1,700 |
| Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $1,085 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 75 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merle Hay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merle Hay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merle Hay is under $736.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merle Hay?
The cheapest apartment in Merle Hay is The 2800 Residences which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Merle Hay costs $1,409.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merle Hay?
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 10 regular apartments in Merle Hay 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 Merle Hay?
Cheap apartments in Merle Hay have an average cost of $135 which is $1,274 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merle Hay.
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