Cheap Homes for Rent in the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (2 Rentals)

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property at 1210 West St

$675

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1210 West St

Des MoinesIA50315

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property at 5706 South Union St

$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5706 South Union St

Des MoinesIA50315

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Somerset, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Somerset area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Somerset apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at Fort Des Moines starting at $975 with a $0.97 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$0.95
Fort Des Moines2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Magnolia Park2 Bed /2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.81
Lyn Crossing3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
The JeffersonJefferson 2 Bed 1 Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.04
Willow Bend2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Ivy IIClassic 2 bed/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.00
McKinley Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.02
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Somerset, Des Moines, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset

What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA with pricing that ranges from $725 to $1,610. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset ranging from $675 to $2,050.

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 $675 to $2,050 with an average monthly rent of $1,401.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.