
Homes for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (40 Rentals)


1524 33rd St

4704 Valdez Dr

3001 30th St

4009 University Ave, Unit 3

4009 University Ave, Unit 1

1144 Polk Blvd, Unit 3

3314 Valdez Ct, Unit 305C-LL
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1685 Northwest Dr, Unit 4511

1525 32nd St, Unit 1

3822 52nd St, Unit 901108RW

1617 34th St, Unit 22005

6202 Franklin Ave

3805 Maquoketa Dr

1624 48th St

6501 Hickman Rd
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1923 39th St

1612 62nd St

3111 Lincoln Ave

3120 Cottage Grove Ave

2219 51st St

4306 50th St

1137 44th St

1206 39th St
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3903 University Ave

3011 67th St

4003 79th St

2004 63rd St, Unit 201

5924 Sutton Pl, Unit 7

4211 65th St, Unit 77

3828 79th St, Unit 3-3005

7815 Douglas Ave, Unit 2110
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7137 Wilshire Blvd

8302 Twana Dr

1938 63rd St

3011 67th St

3808 68th St

6615 Washington Ave

1691 NW 85th St

1548 NW 81st St
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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 | $1,452 | $1,130 | $1,700 |
| Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,793 | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merle Hay
What type of rentals are currently available in Merle Hay?
There are currently 225 Apartments for Rent in Merle Hay, IA with pricing that ranges from $605 to $2,500. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merle Hay ranging from $775 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merle Hay?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merle Hay ranges from $775 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,510.
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