Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Days Run Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $500 (49 Rentals)

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property at 3841 69th St

$975 - $1,200

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3841 69th St

UrbandaleIA50322

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Peppertree Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

10821 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Urban Heights
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Urban Heights

7631 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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The View On Hickman
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The View On Hickman

7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Lillis Lofts
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lillis Lofts

6313 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322

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Iowa Urban Rock
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Urban Rock

6820 Holcomb AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Lakeview
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview

8700 Carole CirUrbandale, IA 50322
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Cross Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Creek

8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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SaddleBrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SaddleBrook Apartments

8301 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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The View on Douglas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The View on Douglas

5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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2170 NW 82nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

2170 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Hickman House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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The Flats on 56th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 56th

3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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5902 Hickman Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5902 Hickman Rd

5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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3615 61st St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3615 61st St

3615 61st StDes Moines, IA 50322
property at 4033 57th St

$1,225

2 Bedroom Rentals

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4033 57th St

Des MoinesIA50310

Days Run, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Days Run Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Days Run area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Days Run apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$699
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
The McCoy @ 803535 StudioStudio,1BA$705
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$725
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$750
Crossroad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Bristol RidgeB22BR,1BA$765
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - UNFURNISHED1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Days Run, IA

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Days Run area is the $1.20 price per square foot 4BR/2.5BA Model at Orchard View Townhomes in the in the Cross Creek neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Days Run apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Lofts at NorthPark starting at $1,100 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Cross Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Days Run apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Orchard View Townhomes4BR/2.5BA4BR,2.5BA$1.20
The Lofts at NorthPark2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.15
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.03
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.97
Element UrbandaleB3p2BR,1BA$1.07
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.13
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Crossroad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.00
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Days Run, Urbandale, IA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Des Moines, Iowa. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Days Run Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Days Run?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Days Run is at Urban Heights listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Days Run Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Days Run Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Days Run is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the most affordable Days Run Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Days Run Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elm Village and starts from $1,185.

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