
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North of Grand Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North of Grand area of Des Moines.


Village on Grand

Ingersoll Towers

The Acacia

The James on Grand
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Grand at 36th

West Grand Towers

3921 Ingersoll Ave

3667 Grand Ave

643-651 31st St
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The 31st Street Apartments

4000 INGERSOLL
North of Grand, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North of Grand?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North of Grand Studio Apartments | $751 | $647 | $975 |
| North of Grand 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $783 | $1,977 |
| North of Grand 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $900 | $2,784 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North of Grand Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available North of Grand Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North of Grand area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The Acacia priced from $647. Village on Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable North of Grand apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $647 |
| Village on Grand | 1 B 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The James on Grand | Studio 3 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Imperial Grand Prix | Grand Prix 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $992 |
| Alta Casa | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North of Grand, IA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the North of Grand area is the $2.45 price per square foot Floor Plan E - 1391 SF 2 Bedro Model at 4000 INGERSOLL in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,858. The second greatest value North of Grand apartment is the 2A Model at Sage Independence starting at $3,900 with a $3.56 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North of Grand apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4000 INGERSOLL | Floor Plan E - 1391 SF 2 Bedro | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Sage Independence | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| Alta Casa | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The James on Grand | Floor Plan L | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Village on Grand | 1 B 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Imperial Grand Prix | Grand Prix 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North of Grand Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North of Grand?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North of Grand is at The Acacia listed at $647.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North of Grand Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North of Grand Apartment is $799 at Village on Grand.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North of Grand Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North of Grand is starting from $900 at Village on Grand.
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