
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sherman Hill Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sherman Hill area of Des Moines.


The Concord Building

Pleasant Court

732 19th St

Stockbridge Apartments

722 18th St

Historic Wellsport Portwell Flats

The Elmhurst
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High Street Brickstone

718 18th St

641 19th St

Ingersoll Square

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732 19th St

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933 18th St

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Sherman Hill, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sherman Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Hill Studio Apartments | $894 | $630 | $1,250 |
| Sherman Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $799 | $1,515 |
| Sherman Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $995 | $1,910 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sherman Hill Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Sherman Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sherman Hill area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 732 19th St priced from $625. The Concord Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $630. Here are the most affordable Sherman Hill apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 732 19th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Concord Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| Pleasant Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Brady Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Stockbridge Apartments | Appling | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sherman Hill, IA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sherman Hill area is the $1.27 price per square foot 6 Beds, 3.5 Baths Model at 669 17th St in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Sherman Hill apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sherman Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 669 17th St | 6 Beds, 3.5 Baths | 6BR,3.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Woodland Avenue Brickstone | 2x1 850 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 718 18th St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Solarium | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 722 18th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| High Street Brickstone | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Stockbridge Apartments | Artis | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Brady Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Concord Building | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
| Pleasant Court | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sherman Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sherman Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sherman Hill is at The Concord Building listed at $630.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sherman Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sherman Hill Apartment is $625 at 732 19th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sherman Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sherman Hill is starting from $995 at Pleasant Court.
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