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Valley Acres Apartments
1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (49 Rentals)
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The Ridges
7201 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Ivy II
530 E Kenyon AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Hampton Meadows
6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Watrous Apartments
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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5515 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor
1800 Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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4711 South Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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5015 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Willow Bend
6800-6616 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Oaks
6209 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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433 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Somerset
6620 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes
424 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Finn Apartments
2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
3435 SE 20th St
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Lyn Crossing
2000 Meadow Chase LnDes Moines, IA 50320
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Carman Estates
2314 E Porter AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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2000 Meadow Ct
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2000 Meadow CtDes Moines, IA 50320
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5801 Se 24th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southern Horizon by Kading
7400 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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South View Apartments
4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southern Park Apartments
810 Payton AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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6920 SW 9th St
6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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McKinley Apartments
315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southridge Senior Lofts
695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Christ the King II
5602 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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Shelly Rose Estates
3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southwinds Apartments
1264 Cummins RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Brookside Apartments
5201 S Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Stanton Apartments
2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
1765 E Emma Ave
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1211 Lewis Ave
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1321 Army Post Rd
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341 E Leland Ave
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Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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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 | $765 | $765 | $765 |
| Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $829 | $650 | $940 |
| Somerset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $747 | $1,300 |
| Somerset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $1,100 | $1,610 |
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Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Somerset area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments priced from $650. Ivy II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $747. Here are the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Ivy II | Classic 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $747 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor | S1Pwv | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| McKinley Apartments | McKinley Apartments - LIMITED TIME SPECIAL PRIC... | 2BR,2BA | $785 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Elmcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Somerset area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Somerset apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $995 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerset apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Vineyards | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Carman Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Ivy II | Classic 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Somerset?
The cheapest apartment in Somerset is Valley Acres Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Somerset costs $1,395.
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 11 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 $199 which is $1,196 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Somerset.
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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.
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