Cheap Homes for Rent in Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (10 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Northtown Apartments priced from $595. Riverview Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Union Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Park area is the $1.30 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Union Park apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 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.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.30
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
Carbon 5502BR-C32BR,2BA$1.30
The Griffin Building2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.26
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.19
The AspenStandard 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
2342 E 13th St, Unit A2342 E 13th St1BR,1BA$1.35
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Maverick Apartments0/1Studio ,1BA$1.45
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Union Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #40

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Union Park?

There are currently 225 Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $547 to $16,018. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union Park ranging from $450 to $3,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union Park ranges from $450 to $3,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,343.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Union Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Union Park range from $1,155 to $2,772, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,323.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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