Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (12 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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The Drake
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$695 - $995Special Offer
Specials Move-In Specials: Take advantage of our newest move-in special and enjoy affordable living with predictable monthly utility costs.
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Legacy Meadows
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$650 - $875Special Offer
Specials Sign a lease on a 2 bedroom and only pay a 1 bedroom rate!! Rates starting at $725 Specials are subject to change.
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Legacy Meadows

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Forest Avenue Village
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$690 - $1,350Special Offer
Specials Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive: * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisemen
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Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest AveDes 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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Crossroad Apartments
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$775 - $950Special 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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Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale
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$865 - $995Special Offer
Specials **Call for specials of UP TO TWO MONTHS FREE RENT on Select Apartment Homes***Discounts*** Call for additional details.***Limited T
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Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

7715 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westpointe Apartments
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$805 - $1,712
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$805 - $1,712
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1 Month Free Enjoy one month free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.
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Westpointe Apartments

2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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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 This Month

Specials updated: 08-26-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month 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 one month free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires August 27, 2026

Park West Apartments

One Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease On 2 Bedroom Units!Expires August 27, 2026

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

One month free on select apartmentsExpires August 27, 2026

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

Specials updated: 08-26-2026

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.

Forest Avenue Village

Here’s how it works: Move in by 9/30 and receive: * Half off the first month rent * Reduced rent pricing (reflected in advertisement) * 12-month lease required Don’t wait—this offer is available for a limited time. Secure your studio and take advantage of this offer!

Park West Apartments

One Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease On 2 Bedroom Units!

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

One month free on select apartments

Westpointe Apartments

Enjoy one month free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

**Call for specials of UP TO TWO MONTHS FREE RENT on Select Apartment Homes***Discounts*** Call for additional details.***Limited Time Offer***

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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

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4.0
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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 Legacy Meadows listed at $650.

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 $1,004.

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 $805 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 640 sq ft.

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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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