Studio Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (37 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $807 | $650 | $1,100 |
Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $913 | $628 | $1,632 |
Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,007 | $689 | $2,200 |
Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $811 | $1,750 |
Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Merle Hay Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is found at Westpointe Apartments and is listed at 563 square feet priced from $810. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Westpointe Apartments | Washington | 563 Sq Ft | $810 |
Lofts on 34th | 0BR/1.0BA | 428 Sq Ft | $785 |
Forest Avenue Village | 0BR/1.0BA | 424 Sq Ft | $800 |
Oakview Terrace | Studio | 415 Sq Ft | $710 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | 380 Sq Ft | $710 |
Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | 0 Sq Ft | $625 |
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 $625 at Urban Heights. The average price for all Studio apartments in Merle Hay is currently $807. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | $625 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | $710 |
Oakview Terrace | Studio | $710 |
Lofts on 34th | 0BR/1.0BA | $785 |
Forest Avenue Village | 0BR/1.0BA | $800 |
Westpointe Apartments | Washington | $810 |
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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
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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 $625.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Merle Hay Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Merle Hay is $807.
What is the largest available Studio Merle Hay Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 563 square feet unit starting from $810 at Westpointe Apartments.
What is the average size for Merle Hay Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Merle Hay is currently 449 sq ft.
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