Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Cultural District Des Moines, IA from $545 (65 Rentals)

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property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 13
Affordability

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312

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property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$745
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$745
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
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property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$745
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 13
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312

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property at 1260 34th St
$825 - $860
2 Bedroom Rentals
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1260 34th St

Des MoinesIA50311

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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake West Village
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Drake West Village

1315 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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3309 University Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3309 University Ave

3309 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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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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3119 Grand Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3119 Grand Ave

3119 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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Grand Prix Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Prix Apartments

3205 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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JK Sully 1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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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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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 1 Bed unit found at Cottage Heights on 29th priced from $545. Drake West Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Cultural District apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cottage Heights on 29th1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$545
Drake West Village4 Bed - 2 Bath4BR,2BA$599
3309 University Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$600
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Forest Avenue VillageStudioStudio,1BA$690
3119 Grand Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$695
Lenox PropertiesDrake B1BR,1BA$695
Lofts on 34th0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Imperial Grand PrixImperial 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Cultural District, IA

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Cultural District area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3120 Cottage Grove Ave Model at 3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Roosevelt Cultural District apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 4216 Ingersoll Ave starting at $1,235 with a $1.03 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.
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 13120 Cottage Grove Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
4216 Ingersoll Ave3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.03
Alta Casa2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Kingstone Apartments 22BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.21
Village on Grand2 B 1 B2BR,1BA$1.20
2921 High St, Unit 2917 High Apt.#12921 High St1BR,1BA$1.24
Lenox PropertiesWinona A1BR,1BA$1.25
3119 Grand Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.11
Cottage Heights on 29th1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.96
3309 University Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.26

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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 3309 University Ave listed at $600.

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 $545 at Cottage Heights on 29th.

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 $695 at 3119 Grand Ave.

What is the most affordable Roosevelt Cultural District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Roosevelt Cultural District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 4216 Ingersoll Ave and starts from $1,235.

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