Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mondamin Presidential Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (138 Rentals)

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Mondamin Presidential, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mondamin Presidential Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mondamin Presidential area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Mondamin Presidential apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$625
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5Studio,1BA$675
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mondamin Presidential, IA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mondamin Presidential area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Mondamin Presidential apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Affordable Model at Vine Street Lofts starting at $957 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mondamin Presidential apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Vine Street Lofts2 Bedroom - Affordable2BR,2BA$0.81
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
1106 Clinton Ave, Unit 31106 Clinton Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
Court Ave LoftsCA-C4 Income Restricted2BR,2BA$1.09
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Large2BR,1.5BA$1.02
1818 Pleasant St, Unit 18181818 Pleasant St2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.08
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mondamin Presidential, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #11

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Mondamin Presidential, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Mondamin Presidential Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mondamin Presidential Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mondamin Presidential?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mondamin Presidential is under $710.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mondamin Presidential?

The cheapest apartment in Mondamin Presidential is Highland Park Apartments (DSM) which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Mondamin Presidential costs $1,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mondamin Presidential?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in Mondamin Presidential that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mondamin Presidential?

Cheap apartments in Mondamin Presidential have an average cost of $187 which is $1,313 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mondamin Presidential.

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