
Apartments for Rent in the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $1,500 (82 Rentals)


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The Drake

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Old Main & Drake Apartments

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3903 Oakshire Rd

1801 E 12th St

1601 Northwest Dr

2725 Adams Ave

1363 E 15th St

2527 Lynner Dr

2537 Lynner Dr
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1809 Arlington Ave, Unit 3

1809 Arlington Ave, Unit 10

816 Grandview Ave

1106 Arthur Ave

1914 10th St

1215 25th St

1215 25th St, Unit 1

1171 21st St

1171 21st St

1211 34th St

1312 22nd St

614 Douglas Ave

1354 E 12th St

2303 E 9th St

1421 E Madison Ave

3024 Cornell St

621 Oak Park Ave

1816 Allison Ave

3633 Bowdoin St

150 E Douglas Ave
Oak Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Studio Apartments | $882 | $480 | $2,491 |
| Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $867 | $480 | $2,394 |
| Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $745 | $1,715 |
| Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $1,100 | $1,584 |
| Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #46
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park
How much are Studio apartments in Oak Park?
There are currently 148 Studio Apartments in Oak Park with rent ranges from $480 to $2,491 with an average price of $882.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Oak Park Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Oak Park ranges from $480 to $2,394 with an average monthly rent of $867.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Park cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Oak Park range from $745 to $1,715. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $995.
How expensive are Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Oak Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,584 - averaging $1,402 for the location.
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