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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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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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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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 Legacy Apartments listed at $650.

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

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Merle Hay is $1,082.

What is the largest Gated Merle Hay Apartment for rent?

Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 1,292 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at The Windsor.

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 583 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.