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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (14 Rentals)
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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$710 - $1,450Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1333 22nd Street
1333 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
1314 22nd St
Des MoinesIA50311
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Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special
2411 Welbeck RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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$800 - $1,295
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New Haven Apartments
2501 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Uplift Manor
2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 21st
1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Clover Creek
2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Brickstone Apts LLC
2805 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th St
2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Garden Court Apartments
3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Northwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Des Moines Studio Apartments | $757 | $650 | $950 |
| Northwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $996 | $695 | $1,125 |
| Northwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,047 | $795 | $1,550 |
| Northwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $1,100 | $1,625 |
| Northwest Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $1,295 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Clover Creek priced from $605. Douglas Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Northwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Creek | 0/1 - Classic | Studio,1BA | $605 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Forest Avenue Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Des Moines, IA
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Des Moines area is the $1.09 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Alley Landing in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $935. The second greatest value Northwest Des Moines apartment is the Birch elevated 2 Bed Model at Recently updated apartments near to shopping, dining, and public transportation starting at $1,015 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Recently updated apartments near to shopping, dining, and public transportation | Birch elevated 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| New Haven Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special | Legacy 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Forest Ave - Luxury Off-Campus Housing! | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
| Forest Avenue Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
| Clover Creek | 0/1 - Classic | Studio ,1BA | $1.46 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Des Moines is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Des Moines is Beaverdale Housing LLC which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Northwest Des Moines costs $1,647.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Des Moines?
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 15 regular apartments in Northwest Des Moines 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 Northwest Des Moines?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Des Moines have an average cost of $434 which is $1,213 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Des Moines.
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