
Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (114 Rentals)


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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

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2915 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
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3721 Cottage Grove Ave

3300 Adams Ave

1008 Kingman Cir, Unit 1008 Kingman Circle, Unit 1008 Kingman Circle

901 41st St

4541 50th St

1144 Polk Blvd

1417 Cummins Pkwy

3915 Lawnwoods Dr

4807 NW Aurora Ave.

5810 Francis Ave
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4924 Madison Ave

1231 56th St

6210 Franklin Ave

3107 59th St

1211 34th St

1512 Beaver Ave

4926 Madison Ave

5906 Hickman Rd

4823 NW Aurora Ave.

1423 31st St
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1546 33rd St

4322 Northwest Dr

1604 44th St

4312 50th St

4807 NW Aurora Ave.

3421 Merle Hay Rd

3425 Merle Hay Rd

3903 University Ave

Thomas Apartments

Kingman Gardens
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $766 | $380 | $950 |
| Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $916 | $695 | $1,250 |
| Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $971 | $762 | $1,550 |
| Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $1,140 | $2,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerle Hay, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #43
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA
Hoover High School
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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 $380 to $950 with an average price of $766.
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 $695 to $1,250 with an average monthly rent of $916.
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 $762 to $1,550. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $971.
How expensive are Merle Hay Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merle Hay on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,140 to $2,500 - averaging $1,510 for the location.
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