Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (91 Rentals)

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
$1,050
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$1,050
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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property at 1617 34th St

$1,075

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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1617 34th St

Des MoinesIA50310
property at 3314 Valdez Ct

$1,150

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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3314 Valdez Ct

Des MoinesIA50310
property at 1829 48th St

$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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1829 48th St

Des MoinesIA50310
property at 901 41st St

$995

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901 41st St

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 1300 34th St

$825

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1300 34th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1260 34th St

$825 - $995

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1260 34th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1427 31st St

$875 - $1,200

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1427 31st St

Des MoinesIA50311

Des Moines's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Kingman Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

1025 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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2300 Beaver Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2300 Beaver Ave

2300 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Birch
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Birch

3120 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310

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Clover Acres
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clover Acres

3615 61st StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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University Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Apartments

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1414 30th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1414 30th St

1414 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chetwynd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chetwynd Apartments

3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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5902 Hickman Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5902 Hickman Rd

5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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JK Sully 1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1069 33rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311

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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merle Hay

How much are Studio apartments in Merle Hay?

There are currently 119 Studio Apartments in Merle Hay with rent ranges from $605 to $950 with an average price of $831.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Merle Hay Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Merle Hay ranges from $670 to $1,375 with an average monthly rent of $953.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Merle Hay cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Merle Hay range from $683 to $2,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,005.

How expensive are Merle Hay Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merle Hay on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,185 to $1,670 - averaging $1,470 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.