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Northwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 $593. The Flats on 21st has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable Northwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clover Creek0/1Studio,1BA$593
The Flats on 21stStudioStudio,1BA$595
Large Studio Apartments set back in quier0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Des Moines, IA

As of August 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Des Moines area is the $1.35 price per square foot Birch elevated 2 Bed Model at Recently updated apartments in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Northwest Des Moines apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Skyloft Apartments starting at $875 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Recently updated apartmentsBirch elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.35
Skyloft Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Clover Creek2/1.5 Duplex2BR,1.5BA$1.53
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
Forest Ave RowhomesFIRST MONTH'S RENT WAIVED! Welcome to Forest Av...1BR,1BA$1.67
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.23
Large Studio Apartments set back in quier0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.27
The Flats on 21stStudioStudio ,1BA$1.08
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio ,1BA$1.87

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #76

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Des Moines

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Des Moines?

There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $593 to $1,550. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Des Moines ranging from $795 to $2,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Des Moines?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Des Moines ranges from $795 to $2,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,526.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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