
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 50311 ZIP Code of Des Moines, IA from $300 (52 Rentals)
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Canary Lofts

1260 34th St

Beaverdale Housing LLC

1333 22nd St

Old Main & Drake Apartments

1300 34th St

1217 24th St

Lofts on 34th

3519 University Ave
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4009 University Ave, Unit #3

4009 University Ave, Unit 3

4010 University

Forest Avenue Village

University Place Lofts

1306 34th St

University Village

Windsor Chateau Apartments

Forest Ave Townhomes

3809 University Ave
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University Terrace Apartments

Drake Collection

Eddy Apartments

1110 29th St

1123 24th

1082 21st St

University West

Kingman Gardens

1314 22nd St

The Flats on 21st
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2820-2822 Kingman Blvd

Kingstone Apartments 2

Drake Pointe

Thomas Apartments

1069 33rd St

JK Sully 1075

1312 22nd St

Chetwynd Apartments

4314 University Ave

1414 30th St
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University Park Apartments

Kingman Blvd Apartments

Drake Terrace

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

Drake Court

Kingman Gardens

MLK Brickstone Apartments

Newens Dairy Lofts

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The Windsor - Windsor Heights
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 50311?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50311 Studio Apartments | $922 | $695 | $2,061 |
| 50311 1 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $550 | $1,981 |
| 50311 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $825 | $2,000 |
| 50311 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $995 | $1,625 |
| 50311 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,152 | $965 | $1,340 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 50311 ZIP Code Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in 50311?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in 50311 is at Fox Hills Apartments listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 50311 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 50311 Apartment is $500 at Azure Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 50311 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 50311 is starting from $630 at Azure Apartments.
What is the most affordable 50311 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap 50311 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Azure Apartments and starts from $835.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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