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The 2800 Residences
2800 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Welbeck Apartments
2411 Welbeck RdDes Moines, IA 50310
1816 Francis Ave
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1333 22nd St
1333 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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New Haven Apartments
2501 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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1325 24th St, Unit 2
1325 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
1816 Francis Ave
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Uplift Manor
2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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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 Apartments
2805 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th St
2413 24th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 21st
1313 21st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Garden Court Apartments
3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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1414 30th St
1414 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Douglas Woods
2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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2300 Beaver Ave
2300 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Beaver & Adams Senior Apartments
2929 Beaver AveDes 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 | $823 | $605 | $950 |
| Northwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $937 | $675 | $1,150 |
| Northwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $745 | $1,450 |
| Northwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,100 | $1,625 |
| Northwest Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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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 Douglas Oaks priced from $650. The 2800 Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Northwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The 2800 Residences | 2nd Floor - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Clover Creek | 2/1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $747 |
| 1333 22nd St | 1-bedroom 1333 | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Forest Avenue Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $887 |
| New Haven Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Des Moines, IA
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Des Moines area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3x2 Model at New Haven Apartments in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,155. The second greatest value Northwest Des Moines apartment is the 2/1 - Classic Model at Clover Creek starting at $747 with a $1.09 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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| New Haven Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Clover Creek | 2/1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Forest Ave Townhomes | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Grove at Hickman | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1314 22nd St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The 2800 Residences | 2nd Floor - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Forest Avenue Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest Des Moines is at Douglas Oaks listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Des Moines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Des Moines Apartment is $675 at The 2800 Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Des Moines is starting from $747 at Clover Creek.
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