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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (27 Rentals)
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1826 6th Ave
Des MoinesIA50314
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Pleasant Court
708-716 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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3225 5th Ave
Des MoinesIA50313
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East Village Square
333 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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from $750Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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High Street Brickstone
1710 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Grand heights Apartments
3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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The Griffin Building
319 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Union Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Park Studio Apartments | $999 | $450 | $1,727 |
| Union Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $650 | $2,880 |
| Union Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $647 | $2,524 |
| Union Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $947 | $3,500 |
| Union Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $1,333 | $1,333 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Union Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Union Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $647 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| East Village Square | Studio 390-392 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Civic Center Court Apartments | Studio - Apply Now | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Des Moines Building | S1 | Studio,1BA | $757 |
| Grand heights Apartments | Classic 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Pleasant Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Park area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Union Park apartment is the 935 E 7th St Model at 935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2 starting at $950 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2 | 935 E 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 | 3703 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| High Street Brickstone | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Woodland Avenue Brickstone | 2x1 850 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Pleasant Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rivers Run | New Vibe 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUnion Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #60
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Union Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1458)
2 out of 10
Hiatt Middle School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (529)
1 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Des Moines, IA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Union Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Union Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union Park is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union Park?
The cheapest apartment in Union Park is Highland Park Apartments (DSM) which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Union Park costs $1,735.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union Park?
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 29 regular apartments in Union Park 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 Union Park?
Cheap apartments in Union Park have an average cost of $237 which is $1,498 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union Park.
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