
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sheridan Gardens Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sheridan Gardens area of Des Moines.


Grand Homes (55+ Community)

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Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sheridan Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheridan Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $750 | $1,190 |
| Sheridan Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Sheridan Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $975 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sheridan Gardens Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Sheridan Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sheridan Gardens area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Prairie Woods Apartments priced from $750. Parkside East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Sheridan Gardens apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sheridan Gardens, IA
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sheridan Gardens area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom-Two Bath Model at Canterbury Park in the in the Estey Heights neighborhood starting from $960. The second greatest value Sheridan Gardens apartment is the NEW BUILDING Model at Peterson Place Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Douglas Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sheridan Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | NEW BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Riverwood | Drift (w/ fp) | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Broadway Heights | B1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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 Prairie Woods Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Sheridan Gardens costs $1,375.
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 74 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 $700 which is $675 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sheridan Gardens.
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