Cheap Homes for Rent in Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (8 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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)Standard 1 Bed1BR,1BA$547
The AspenStandard 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$647
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA

As of May 04, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2935 E 7th St2BR,1BA$0.79
3703 5th Ave, Unit #53703 5th Ave1BR,1BA$0.90
The Aspen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
High Street BrickstoneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.30
Pleasant Court2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
Rivers RunNew Vibe 2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.37
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Union Park?

There are currently 216 Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $450 to $8,460. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union Park ranging from $995 to $2,400.

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 $995 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,721.

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 $947 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,245 to $1,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,295.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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