Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Cultural District Des Moines, IA from $500 (40 Rentals)

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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Winona
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Winona

527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Drake Collection
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Ingersoll Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ingersoll Park

4906 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Lenox Properties
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lenox Properties

4215 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Grand Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Terrace

2917 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Grand Prix Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Prix Apartments

3205 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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University West
2 Bedroom Apartments

University West

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3612 Ingersoll Ave

3612 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Park Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Place

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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543 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312

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5008 Ingersoll Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Roosevelt Cultural District, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Cultural District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roosevelt Cultural District area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 priced from $625. Lenox Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Cultural District apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$625
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$650
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Windsor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$730
Inglewood Apartments2901 Ingersoll1BR,1BA$795
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$799
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Four Seasons ApartmentsJr One Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Cultural District, IA

As of July 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Cultural District area is the $0.82 price per square foot 2 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Roosevelt Cultural District apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Hamilton Apartments starting at $800 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roosevelt Cultural District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Large2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$1.21
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Inglewood Apartments2901 Ingersoll1BR,1BA$1.33
Four Seasons ApartmentsJr One Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$1.63
Windsor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.58
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.55
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio ,1BA$1.63

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Roosevelt Cultural District, Des Moines, IA

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Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roosevelt Cultural District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Roosevelt Cultural District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Roosevelt Cultural District is at Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Cultural District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Cultural District Apartment is $700 at Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Roosevelt Cultural District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roosevelt Cultural District is starting from $825 at The Drake.

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