
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $775 (40 Rentals)


The Ridges

Ivy II

Watrous Apartments

Goldbriar Chateau

Lyn Crossing

The Hampton Meadows

1013 1/2 Kenyon Ave
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The Jefferson

Sunburst

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

Elmcrest

Melbourne

The Oaks

Willow Bend

Finn Apartments
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Valley Acres Apartments

501 E Porter Ave

Somerset

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

3435 SE 20th St

Carman Estates

2000 Meadow Ct

Meadow Cove
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The Vineyards

Cedar Crest Apartments

Meredith Homes

920 Meadow Ln

6920 SW 9th St

Southern Park Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

The Meadows
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The Quarters on 9th

Southwinds Apartments

Brookside Apartments

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

Stanton Apartments

Flats on 5th

1321 Army Post Rd

2000 Meadow Ct
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Somerset, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Studio Apartments | $750 | $735 | $765 |
| Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $846 | $650 | $960 |
Somerset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $961 | $775 | $1,300 |
| Somerset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $1,050 | $1,610 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSomerset, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Somerset?
The cheapest apartment in Somerset is The Ridges which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in Somerset costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Somerset?
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 34 regular apartments in Somerset 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 Somerset?
Cheap apartments in Somerset have an average cost of $367 which is $1,033 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Somerset.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.