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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 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 Oak Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clover Creek0/1Studio,1BA$593
The Flats on 21stStudioStudio,1BA$595
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $1.17 price per square foot Birch elevated 2 Bed W/D Model at Recently updated apartments in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Oak Park 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 Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Recently updated apartmentsBirch elevated 2 Bed W/D2BR,1BA$1.17
Skyloft Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
2342 E 13th St, Unit A2342 E 13th St1BR,1BA$1.35
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$1.17
Large Studio Apartments set back in quier0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.27
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oak Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #45

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Park?

There are currently 259 Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $547 to $2,119. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Park ranging from $450 to $1,995.

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 $450 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,140.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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