
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Days Run Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Urban Heights

Plaza Manor

Douglas Park Apartments

Westpointe Apartments

Sherwood Glen

Elm Village Apartments

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Bristol Ridge

Element Urbandale

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St. Andrews Apartments

2753 100th St

10151 Sutton Pl

5924 Sutton Pl

Peppertree Apartments
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Lakeview

Iowa Urban Rock

Cross Creek

SaddleBrook Apartments

7815 Douglas Ave

10141 Sutton Dr

The View on Douglas
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The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive

Crossroad Apartments

Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

5906 Hickman Rd

Ashley Square

Hickman One

NorthPark Apartments
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Johnston Gardens Apartments

4807 NW Aurora Ave.

Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I

Executive Heights

2170 NW 82nd St

Hickman House

The Flats on 56th

Manor Heights Apartments
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5902 Hickman Rd

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3615 61st St
Days Run, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Days Run?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days Run Studio Apartments | $739 | $625 | $824 |
| Days Run 1 Bedroom Apartments | $861 | $700 | $1,325 |
| Days Run 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $729 | $2,049 |
| Days Run 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $1,121 | $2,310 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Days Run Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA.
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Cheapest Available Days Run Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Days Run area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The View On Hickman priced from $625. Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $648. Here are the most affordable Days Run apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View On Hickman | New Build Apartment Available for Immediate Mov... | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $648 |
| The View on Douglas | Completely Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | Up to $1200 Rent Credit! Call for Details! | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $754 |
| Crossroad Apartments | Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartment | Prime Location ... | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Days Run, IA
As of May 08, 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 NorthPark Apartments starting at $1,020 with a $1.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard View Townhomes | 4BR/2.5BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| NorthPark Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Bristol Ridge | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Element Urbandale | B3p | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Hickman One | Model A | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 The View On Hickman listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Days Run Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Days Run Apartment is $750 at The View on Douglas.
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 Apartments and starts from $1,145.
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