Gated Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (14 Rentals)

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Kingman Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

1025 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Des Moines and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joseph Isenberg

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2014 60th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2014 60th St

2014 60th StDes Moines, IA 50322
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4106 40th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

4106 40th St

4106 40th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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2412 48th Pl
3 Bedroom Apartments

2412 48th Pl

2412 48th PlDes Moines, IA 50310
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4001 55th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

4001 55th St

4001 55th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Mirell Flats
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mirell Flats

1134 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Merle Hay Apartments

What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Merle Hay?

Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Merle Hay is at Silhouette Apartments listed at $750.

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

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Merle Hay is $1,065.

What is the largest Gated Merle Hay Apartment for rent?

Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 1,226 square feet unit starting from $827 at Robin Hill.

What is the average size for Merle Hay Gated Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Gated rental in Merle Hay is currently at 598 sq ft.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.