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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
Rosemont PlaceB22BR,1BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Runnells, IA and Nearby

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Runnells area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Runnells apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $995 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Somerset 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.
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Rosemont PlaceB52BR,2BA$0.93
The Cottages of Pleasant HillTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.14
Peterson Place Apartments770 BUILDING2BR,1BA$1.11
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.16
409 4th St NE2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.12

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Runnells

What type of rentals are currently available in Runnells?

There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Runnells, IA with pricing that ranges from $705 to $3,045. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Runnells ranging from $655 to $2,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Runnells?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Runnells ranges from $655 to $2,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,443.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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