2825 SE 14th St
Des MoinesIA50320
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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2825 SE 14th St
Des MoinesIA50320
2825 SE 14th St
Des MoinesIA50320
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$699 - $7251 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 27
Pioneer Estates
1204 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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$705 - $8901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Forest
2101 E Virginia AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$730 - $1,2781 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sutton Hill
2100 King AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$735 - $1,1661 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Watrous Apartments
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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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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$813 - $1,4001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Melbourne
5515 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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$817 - $1,4791 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rosemont Place
2201-2202 E Rose AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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$825 - $925
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Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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$855 - $8852 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th 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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Woodside Park Apartments
3301 SE 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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1 Bedroom Apartments
South View Apartments
4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
1201 E Bell Avenue
1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Melbourne IV 55+ Living
5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Shelly Rose Estates
3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Southwinds Apartments
1264 Cummins RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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800-828 Hartford Ave
800-828 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
1503 E Bell Ave
Des MoinesIA50320
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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 | $827 | $699 | $1,295 |
| Southeast Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $795 | $1,550 |
| Southeast Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $1,175 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 24 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 Park Forest priced from $705. 1201 E Bell Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Southeast Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Melbourne | B2 - 60 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $813 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Des Moines, IA
As of August 17, 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 2 Bedroom Model at Carman Estates starting at $1,170 with a $1.18 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 |
| Carman Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Rosemont Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson 2 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 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 Park Forest which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in Southeast Des Moines costs $882.
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 12 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 $349 which is $533 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Des Moines.
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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.
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.
Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.