Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Cultural District Des Moines, IA from $500 (57 Rentals)

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1424 Beaver Ave

Des MoinesIA50311
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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 to 3 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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Eddy Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eddy Apartments

1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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3607 Ingersoll Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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1110 29th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1110 29th St

1110 29th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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University West
2 Bedroom Apartments

University West

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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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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1069 33rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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JK Sully 1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1414 30th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1414 30th St

1414 30th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chetwynd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chetwynd Apartments

3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311

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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 The Acacia priced from $647. Lenox Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Cultural District apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Lenox PropertiesDrake B1BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$799
The DrakeC22BR,1BA$825
Inglewood Apartments2901 Ingersol1BR,1BA$825
Forest Avenue VillageStudioStudio,1BA$867
Imperial Grand PrixGrand Prix 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$992

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Cultural District, IA

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Cultural District area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Alta Casa in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Roosevelt Cultural District apartment is the 1 BR Model at Forest Ave Townhomes starting at $1,125 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Northwest 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.
Alta Casa2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
Forest Ave Townhomes1 BR1BR,1BA$1.67
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$1.21
Lenox PropertiesRoosevelt2BR,1BA$1.38
Inglewood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.38
The DrakeB22BR,1BA$1.46
Imperial Grand PrixGrand Prix 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87
Forest Avenue VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$2.04
3721 Cottage Grove Ave3721 Cottage Grove AveStudio ,1BA$1.63
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio ,1BA$1.87

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Roosevelt Cultural District, Des Moines, IA

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Among cities in Iowa 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 The Acacia listed at $647.

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 $695 at Lenox Properties.

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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