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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Merle Hay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,304 | $825 | $2,400 |
| Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,924 | $1,495 | $2,645 |
| Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,128 | $1,795 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Merle Hay Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Clover Creek priced from $547. The Drake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $630. Here are the most affordable Merle Hay apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Creek | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $547 |
| The Drake Apartments | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
| The View on Douglas | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merle Hay, IA
As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merle Hay area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Merle Hay apartment is the 2 BD Oak Model at Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale starting at $940 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merle Hay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 | 2107 52nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B1r | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Skyloft Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| JK Sully1075 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Village at Westchester | Harrison | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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There are currently 218 Apartments for Rent in Merle Hay, IA with pricing that ranges from $547 to $1,751. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merle Hay ranging from $560 to $2,645.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merle Hay ranges from $560 to $2,645 with an average monthly rent of $1,363.
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