Studio Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (38 Rentals)

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3809 University Ave
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3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Oakview Terrace
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Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Yocum Apartments
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Yocum Apartments

3438 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Apartments
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University Apartments

4801 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1425 30th St
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1425 30th St

1425 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1424 30th St
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1424 30th St

1424 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311

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Waveland Place
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Waveland Place

4539 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3615 61st St
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3615 61st St

3615 61st StDes Moines, IA 50322
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5616 Hickman Rd
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5616 Hickman Rd

5616 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310

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Westridge Apartments
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Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Holiday Illahee Hills
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Holiday Illahee Hills

8308 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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1139 66th St
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1139 66th St

1139 66th StWindsor Heights, IA 50324

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2413 Rocklyn Dr
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2413 Rocklyn Dr

2413 Rocklyn DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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7511 Dennis Dr
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7511 Dennis Dr

7511 Dennis DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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1692 NW 84th St
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1692 NW 84th St

1692 NW 84th StClive, IA 50325
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3805 80th St
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3805 80th St

3805 80th StUrbandale, IA 50322

Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Merle Hay Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Windsor - Windsor Heights and is listed at 590 square feet priced from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsThe Windsor Suite Style Unit590 Sq Ft$1,000
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$732
Legacy Apartments0BR/1.0BA500 Sq Ft$795
Oakview TerraceStudio415 Sq Ft$710
Forest Avenue Village0BR/1.0BA415 Sq Ft$775
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudio380 Sq Ft$710
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BA279 Sq Ft$699
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA262 Sq Ft$650
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA0 Sq Ft$599

Cheapest Available Merle Hay Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Merle Hay of Des Moines, IA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $599 at Urban Heights. The average price for all Studio apartments in Merle Hay is currently $771. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA$599
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA$650
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudio$710
Oakview TerraceStudio$710
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington$732
Forest Avenue Village0BR/1.0BA$775
Legacy Apartments0BR/1.0BA$795
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsThe Windsor Suite Style Unit$1,000

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #82

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 Studio Merle Hay Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Merle Hay with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Merle Hay is at Urban Heights listed at $599.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Merle Hay is $771.

What is the largest available Studio Merle Hay Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 590 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at The Windsor - Windsor Heights.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Merle Hay is currently 426 sq ft.

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