Cheap Homes for Rent in Pioneer Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Pioneer Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Pioneer Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,056 | $1,000 | $1,145 |
Pioneer Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
Pioneer Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $1,800 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pioneer Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Pioneer Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pioneer Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne priced from $545. Southern Knolls (Watrous) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Pioneer Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melbourne | A1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
Southern Knolls (Watrous) | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $668 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pioneer Park, IA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pioneer Park area is the $0.81 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Affordable Model at Vine Street Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $957. The second greatest value Pioneer Park apartment is the CA-C4 Income Restricted Model at Court Ave Lofts starting at $1,080 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pioneer Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vine Street Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Affordable | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
Court Ave Lofts | CA-C4 Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Sevastopol Station | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Southern Knolls (Watrous) | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Pioneer Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Pioneer Park?
There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Pioneer Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $16,390. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pioneer Park ranging from $1,000 to $2,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pioneer Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pioneer Park ranges from $1,000 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,628.
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