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The Meadows
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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Spruce Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

1000 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Oakland Pointe
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakland Pointe

615-619 17th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Runnells, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Runnells Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Runnells, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Forest in the East Des Moines neighborhood priced from $705. 409 4th St NE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $810. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Runnells apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
409 4th St NE2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$810
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-One and One Half Bath2BR,1BA$845
Carlisle Park Apartments2BR Upper2BR,1BA$850
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$850
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$870
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$895
Peterson Place Apartments772 BUILDING2BR,1BA$895
Venbury Trail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income1BR,1BA$923

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Runnells, IA and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Runnells area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Runnells apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Runnells apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Vineyards3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.06
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Rosemont PlaceC13BR,2BA$1.08
Canterbury ParkThree Bedroom-Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.07
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Peterson Place Apartments770 BUILDING2BR,1BA$1.11
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.08
409 4th St NE2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.12

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Runnells Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Runnells Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Runnells Apartment is $705 at Park Forest.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Runnells Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Runnells is starting from $769 at Park Forest.

What is the most affordable Runnells Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Runnells Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $995.

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

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.