
Cheap Homes for Rent in Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (10 Rentals)
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Somerset, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Somerset?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Somerset 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,178 | $995 | $1,400 |
Somerset 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,425 | $1,375 | $1,475 |
Somerset 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,875 | $1,800 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 2 Beds unit found at Melbourne priced from $639. Valley Acres Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melbourne | B3 - 40 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $639 |
Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Somerset apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines 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 Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
The Pointe on Fleur | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Melbourne | A1 - Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset
What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset?
There are currently 89 Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $1,487. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset ranging from $995 to $1,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Somerset?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerset ranges from $995 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,492.
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