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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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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 2 Beds unit found at Rosemont Place in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood priced from $685. Park Forest in the East Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Runnells apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rosemont PlaceB22BR,1BA$685
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
Carlisle Park Apartments1BR Ground1BR,1BA$755
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income1BR,1BA$794
Bridlewood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Open Style2BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Runnells, IA and Nearby

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Runnells area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Carman Estates in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Runnells apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards starting at $1,270 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines 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.
Carman Estates3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
The Vineyards3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
Golfview CondosHaven2BR,2BA$1.06
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Lyn CrossingC1 - 50 - Income Restricted3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Venbury Trail2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
Centennial Place Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.12
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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Getting Around Runnells, IA

Walk Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $695 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 $685 at Rosemont Place.

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.

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