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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (30 Rentals)
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2825 SE 14th St
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Pioneer Estates
1204 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Forest
2101 E Virginia AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$728 - $1,2061 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Watrous Apartments
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melbourne
5515 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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$790 - $1,0001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Evergreen Terrace
2101-2111 E Caulder AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$805 - $1,1171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sutton Hill
2100 King AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Rosemont Place
2201-2202 E Rose AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$865 - $1,200
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Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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$875 - $895
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Woodside Park Apartments
3301 SE 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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$875 - $1,1751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Southbrook Green
1516 Evergreen AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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$9302 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prairie Winds Apartments
2207 E Park AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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1909 E Creston Ave
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2825 SE 14th St
Des MoinesIA50320
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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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Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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1201 E Bell Avenue
1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
5514 SE 14th StDes 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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1765 E Emma Ave
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800-828 Hartford Ave
800-828 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southeast Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $779 | $699 | $1,125 |
| Southeast Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $980 | $795 | $1,550 |
| Southeast Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $1,040 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates priced from $699. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Southeast Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $728 |
| Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $819 |
| Rosemont Place | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $837 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $870 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Des Moines, IA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Des Moines area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Southeast Des Moines apartment is the C1 Model at Rosemont Place starting at $1,175 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Rosemont Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Jefferson | Furnished Apartment- previous model unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Des Moines Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Des Moines is Pioneer Estates which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Southeast Des Moines costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Des Moines?
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 23 regular apartments in Southeast Des Moines 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 Southeast Des Moines?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Des Moines have an average cost of $526 which is $769 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Des Moines.
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