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

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneB3 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$639
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$0.87
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
MelbourneA1 - Market Rate1BR,1BA$1.20
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,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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