
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the David Gordon Heights Neighborhood of Norwalk, IA from $600 (20 Rentals)
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High Pointe

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David Gordon Heights, Norwalk, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in David Gordon Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Gordon Heights Studio Apartments | $894 | $650 | $1,075 |
| David Gordon Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $962 | $650 | $1,369 |
| David Gordon Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $775 | $1,609 |
| David Gordon Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,175 | $1,889 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the David Gordon Heights Neighborhood of Norwalk, IA.
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Cheapest Available David Gordon Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the David Gordon Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments priced from $650. Sunset Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable David Gordon Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Sunset Apartments | Studio, 1 ba | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Fish Creek | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| High Pointe | Tahoe | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in David Gordon Heights, IA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the David Gordon Heights area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Alice Place at Norwalk in the in the Prairie View neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value David Gordon Heights apartment is the C1 - Deluxe Model at Fish Creek starting at $1,175 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Prairie View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for David Gordon Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Place at Norwalk | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Fish Creek | C1 - Deluxe | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| High Pointe | Tahoe | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cedarbrooke Place | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Legacy Landing Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Sunset Apartments | Studio, 1 ba | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
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Best Local Schools in David Gordon Heights, Norwalk, IA
Lakewood Elementary School
Norwalk Senior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap David Gordon Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in David Gordon Heights?
The cheapest apartment in David Gordon Heights is Valley Acres Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in David Gordon Heights costs $1,580.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in David Gordon Heights?
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 13 regular apartments in David Gordon Heights 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 David Gordon Heights?
Cheap apartments in David Gordon Heights have an average cost of $290 which is $1,290 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in David Gordon Heights.
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