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

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Apartments in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Legacy Meadows
Rent Specials
$760 - $940
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$745 - $925
Required Monthly Fees
$15

Total Monthly Price
$760 - $940
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Legacy Meadows

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing!
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$1,125 - $1,550Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 Month Free when you rent a 1 bedroom or receive 1/2 off your first month rent + a $1000 gift card when you rent a 2 b
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Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing!

3103-3109 Forest AvenueDes Moines, IA 50311
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Windsor Chateau Apartments
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$899Special Offer
2 Months Free Lease today and receive reduced rental rates on 2 bedrooms as low as $899 plus get two months free on an 18 month lease!!! Cal
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Windsor Chateau Apartments

1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chad Estates
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$815Special Offer
Discounts Chad Estates is now offering $500 off first month rent and waived app fee! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer—your new home
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Chad Estates

6316 Urbandale AveDes Moines, IA 50322
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Crossroad Apartments
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$775 - $875Special Offer
Specials Receive half off your first full month's rent on #13, #15, or #17! Call for details and restrictions!
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Crossroad Apartments

3720 57th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Crest Manor
Rent Specials
$895Special Offer
Specials At Crest Manor we only require one check for rent, NO upcharges, NO RUBS and water, trash, heat are included in this payment.
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Crest Manor

1872 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Westpointe Apartments
Rent Specials
$751 - $1,705
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$704 - $1,658
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$47

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$751 - $1,705
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Westpointe Apartments

2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Country Club Village Apartments
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$850 - $1,475Special Offer
Specials Tour and lease by February 28th to receive a waived application fee! Availability is limited and this special ends soon- schedule y
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Country Club Village Apartments

1200 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Top Des Moines Apartments in the Merle Hay Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 02-25-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Merle Hay, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Westpointe Apartments

Enjoy six weeks free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires 02-26-2026

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

One month free on select apartmentsExpires 02-26-2026

Park West Apartments

One Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease On 2 Bedroom Units!Expires 02-26-2026

Chad Estates

Chad Estates is now offering $500 off first month rent and waived app fee! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer—your new home is waiting!Expires 02-28-2026

Country Club Village Apartments

Tour and lease by February 28th to receive a waived application fee! Availability is limited and this special ends soon- schedule your tour now!Expires 02-28-2026

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Limited Time Offer...Call for DetailsExpires 04-10-2026

Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

Please call for our specials!Expires 04-15-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Merle Hay, IA

Specials updated: 02-25-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Merle Hay, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Chad Estates

Chad Estates is now offering $500 off first month rent and waived app fee! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer—your new home is waiting!Expires 02-28-2026

Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

Please call for our specials!Expires 04-15-2026

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Limited Time Offer...Call for DetailsExpires 04-10-2026

Country Club Village Apartments

Tour and lease by February 28th to receive a waived application fee! Availability is limited and this special ends soon- schedule your tour now!Expires 02-28-2026

Westpointe Apartments

Enjoy six weeks free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires 02-26-2026

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

One month free on select apartmentsExpires 02-26-2026

Park West Apartments

One Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease On 2 Bedroom Units!Expires 02-26-2026

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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #43

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Merle Hay Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Merle Hay?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Merle Hay is at 3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 5 listed at $500.

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

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Merle Hay is $944.

What is the largest Rent Specials Merle Hay Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 1,822 square feet unit starting from $751 at Westpointe Apartments.

What is the average size for Merle Hay Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Merle Hay is currently at 681 sq ft.

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