
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Valley High Manor Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $800 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Valley High Manor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley High Manor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $825 | $1,320 |
| Valley High Manor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $962 | $800 | $1,490 |
| Valley High Manor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $1,145 | $2,460 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Valley High Manor Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Valley High Manor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Valley High Manor area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $800. Parkside East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Valley High Manor apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Hill | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley High Manor, IA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley High Manor area is the $1.32 price per square foot REED R 1748 Model at Lexington Park Townhome Rentals in the in the Estey Heights neighborhood starting from $2,304. The second greatest value Valley High Manor apartment is the C2 - Carbon - Townhome Model at Forge65 starting at $1,942 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Golf View Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley High Manor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park Townhome Rentals | REED R 1748 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Forge65 | C2 - Carbon - Townhome | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.17 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | 770 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Sutton Hill | B3 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Riverwood | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleValley High Manor, Des Moines, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Valley High Manor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Valley High Manor?
The cheapest apartment in Valley High Manor is Parkside East which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Valley High Manor costs $1,447.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Valley High Manor?
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 11 regular apartments in Valley High Manor 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 Valley High Manor?
Cheap apartments in Valley High Manor have an average cost of $222 which is $1,225 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Valley High Manor.
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