Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Norwalk Neighborhood of Norwalk, IA from $600 (10 Rentals)

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920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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North Norwalk, Norwalk, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Norwalk Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Norwalk 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 North Norwalk apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$650
Sunset ApartmentsStudio, 1 baStudio,1BA$725
Norwalk MeadowsB1 Classic2BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Norwalk, IA

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Norwalk 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 North Norwalk 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 North Norwalk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alice Place at NorwalkTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Fish CreekC1 - Deluxe3BR,1BA$1.31
Norwalk MeadowsB1 Classic2BR,1BA$1.10
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Legacy Landing ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.87
Cedarbrooke PlaceA31BR,1BA$1.61
Allure at 57BeardsleyStudio ,1BA$1.64
Sunset ApartmentsStudio, 1 baStudio ,1BA$1.45

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Norwalk. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Norwalk Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Norwalk?

The cheapest apartment in North Norwalk is Valley Acres Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in North Norwalk costs $1,580.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Norwalk?

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 6 regular apartments in North Norwalk 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 North Norwalk?

Cheap apartments in North Norwalk have an average cost of $238 which is $1,342 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Norwalk.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.