
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $547 (60 Rentals)


1116 E Seneca Ave

1246 E Seneca Ave

1234 E Seneca Ave

1200 E Seneca Ave

1108 E Seneca Ave

The Drake Apartments

Riverview Oaks Apartments

The Grove at Hickman
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3225 5th Ave

Beaverdale Housing LLC

The Scott at East Village

3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit Apt 2

Legacy Meadows

Pleasant Court

Civic Center Court Apartments
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Old Main & Drake Apartments

East Village Square

1137 44th St

4009 University Ave, Unit Unit #1
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418 East Grand

University Village

Carbon 550
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Prospect Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prospect Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Park Studio Apartments | $827 | $500 | $2,354 |
Prospect Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $547 | $2,354 |
| Prospect Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $650 | $2,795 |
| Prospect Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,095 | $2,563 |
| Prospect Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $965 | $2,499 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleProspect Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #31
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Prospect Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
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Getting Around the Prospect Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Prospect Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Prospect Park is under $725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Prospect Park?
The cheapest apartment in Prospect Park is The Flats on 21st which is listed at $595, while the average apartment in Prospect Park costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Prospect Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 41 regular apartments in Prospect Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Prospect Park?
Cheap apartments in Prospect Park have an average cost of $162 which is $1,338 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Prospect Park.
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