Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sheridan Gardens Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (23 Rentals)

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Eastview Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview Manor

3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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3274 E Euclid Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3274 E Euclid Ave

3274 E Euclid AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Hilltop l
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop l

3720 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sheridan Gardens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sheridan Gardens area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cypress 2 (Maple Leaf) priced from $747. Cypress 1 (East Ridge) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $797. Here are the most affordable Sheridan Gardens apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cypress 2 (Maple Leaf)Elevated 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$747
Cypress 1 (East Ridge)Elevated 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$797
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sheridan Gardens, IA

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sheridan Gardens area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Emory - Altoona in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,774. The second greatest value Sheridan Gardens apartment is the Haven & Meadow Model at Golfview Condos starting at $1,375 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sheridan Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Emory - Altoona3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.44
Golfview CondosHaven & Meadow2BR,2BA$1.22
Peterson Place Apartments772 BUILDING2BR,1BA$0.99
RiverwoodDrift (w/ fp)2BR,2BA$1.41
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Park Winds2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Broadway HeightsA11BR,1BA$1.70
Prairie Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #51

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Sheridan Gardens Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sheridan Gardens Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sheridan Gardens?

The cheapest apartment in Sheridan Gardens is Parkside East which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Sheridan Gardens costs $1,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sheridan Gardens?

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 40 regular apartments in Sheridan Gardens 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 Sheridan Gardens?

Cheap apartments in Sheridan Gardens have an average cost of $575 which is $825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sheridan Gardens.

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