Cheap Homes for Rent in Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (15 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 Studio unit found at Clover Creek priced from $547. Highland Park Apartments (DSM) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $547. Here are the most affordable Oak Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clover Creek0/1Studio,1BA$547
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Forest Avenue Village in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the Birch elevated 2 Bed Model at Recently updated apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.35 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.
Forest Avenue Village3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.33
Recently updated apartmentsBirch elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.35
Skyloft Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
Legacy ApartmentsB1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.39
Alley LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
University Village1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.14
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.38
Clover Creek0/1Studio ,1BA$1.32

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Park?

There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $547 to $2,240. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Park ranging from $600 to $2,100.

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 $600 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,236.

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Helpful Apartment 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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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