Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (57 Rentals)

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Harrington Studios
Studio Apartments

Harrington Studios

677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Highland Park Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park Manor

3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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3419 1st St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3419 1st St

3419 1st StDes Moines, IA 50313
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Twin Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Oak Park Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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The Brady Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Brady Apartments

650 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Woodland Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Meadows

3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Eastview
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview

3945 E 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50317
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933 18th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

933 18th St

933 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314

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Union Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 priced from $597. Highland Park Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $597. Here are the most affordable Union Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$597
The Des Moines BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$695
City Square LoftsS1Studio,1BA$700
East Village SquareSayers - AffordableStudio,1BA$725
Pleasant CourtStudioStudio,1BA$725
Capitol HeightsOne-Bedroom Apartment in a Secure Building – Li...1BR,1BA$725
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$745
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio,1BA$745
The Brady Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Park area is the $1.27 price per square foot 6 Beds, 3.5 Baths Model at 669 17th St in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Union Park apartment is the B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes starting at $2,450 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
669 17th St6 Beds, 3.5 Baths6BR,3.5BA$1.27
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.14
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.38
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
The AspenCypress Deluxe (W/D)2BR,1BA$1.29
High Street BrickstoneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Highland Park ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09
Highland Park ManorStandard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.09

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Union Park, Des Moines, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union Park is at The Des Moines Building listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Park Apartment is $597 at Highland Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union Park is starting from $795 at Northtown Apartments.

What is the most affordable Union Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Union Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vue and starts from $1,606.

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.

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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.