Cheap Homes for Rent in Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (16 Rentals)

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Oak Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oak Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments priced from $597. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Oak Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Legacy MeadowsS1 Partial RenoStudio,1BA$675
The 2800 Residences2nd Floor - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $1.27 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Alley Landing in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,408. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Northtown Apartments starting at $795 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alley LandingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.27
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent SpecialUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.13
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.21
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.18
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
1314 22nd St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.36

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oak Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #49

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Park?

There are currently 248 Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $480 to $1,981. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Park ranging from $700 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oak Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oak Park ranges from $700 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,321.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oak Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oak Park range from $1,100 to $1,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,295.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.