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Cheapest Available Saint Marys Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Saint Marys, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood priced from $675. Next Level Apartments - Easton Village in the Easton Park 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 Saint Marys apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageA11BR,1BA$695
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Marys, IA and Nearby

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saint Marys area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Saint Marys apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at Fort Des Moines starting at $975 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Marys apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Fort Des Moines2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Goldbriar Chateau2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
The Ridges2 Bedroom Regular2BR,1BA$0.89
Sunset Apartments2bd, 1ba2BR,1BA$0.94
Dennis Park ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.00
Deer Run ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.02
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageA11BR,1BA$1.07
Foxwood ApartmentsA11BR,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 Saint Marys

What type of rentals are currently available in Saint Marys?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Saint Marys, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $3,200. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Saint Marys ranging from $775 to $3,795.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Saint Marys?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Saint Marys ranges from $775 to $3,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,731.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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