Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prairie View Neighborhood of Norwalk, IA from $600 (8 Rentals)

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Prairie View, Norwalk, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Prairie View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prairie View area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Sunset Apartments priced from $725. Fish Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Prairie View apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sunset ApartmentsStudio, 1 baStudio,1BA$725
Fish CreekB1 - Classic2BR,1BA$825
High PointeTahoe1BR,1BA$931

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prairie View, IA

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prairie View 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 Prairie View 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 Prairie View 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
High PointeKeystone2BR,1BA$1.37
Cedarbrooke PlaceA31BR,1BA$1.58
Legacy Landing ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.87
Sunset ApartmentsStudio, 1 baStudio ,1BA$1.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Prairie View, Norwalk, IA

Ranked #2

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prairie View Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Prairie View?

The cheapest apartment in Prairie View is High Pointe which is listed at $931, while the average apartment in Prairie View costs $1,580.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Prairie View?

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 4 regular apartments in Prairie View 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 Prairie View?

Cheap apartments in Prairie View have an average cost of $231 which is $1,349 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Prairie View.

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

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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