Studio Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (113 Rentals)

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Forest Avenue Village
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Studio Apartments Available Jun 14

Forest Avenue Village

3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1235 34th St
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1235 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1439 46th St
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1439 46th St

1439 46th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1145 69th St
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1145 69th St

1145 69th StDes Moines, IA 50324
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1236 34th St
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1236 34th St

1236 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311

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1132 44th Pl
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1132 44th Pl

1132 44th PlDes Moines, IA 50311
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1334 32nd St
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1334 32nd St

1334 32nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1131 35th St
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1131 35th St

1131 35th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1305 34th St
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1305 34th St

1305 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1314 34th St
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1314 34th St

1314 34th StDes 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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1300 34th St
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1300 34th St

1300 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1408 31st St
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1408 31st St

1408 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1243 34th St
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1243 34th St

1243 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311

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5616 Hickman Rd
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5616 Hickman Rd

5616 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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1137 44th Pl
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1137 44th Pl

1137 44th PlDes Moines, IA 50311
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1316 34th St
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1316 34th St

1316 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311

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1245 34th St
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1245 34th St

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1227 34th St
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1227 34th St

1227 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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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 Westpointe Apartments and is listed at 563 square feet priced from $751. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$751
Park West ApartmentsStudio425 Sq Ft$700
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudio380 Sq Ft$710
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA302 Sq Ft$650
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BA231 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 The View On Hickman. The average price for all Studio apartments in Merle Hay is currently $759. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BA$625
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BA$650
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA$650
Park West ApartmentsStudio$700
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudio$710
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington$751

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #43

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

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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!

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 The View On Hickman 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 $759.

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 $751 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 463 sq ft.

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