Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plaza Hills Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $600 (26 Rentals)

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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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1413 63rd St

Des MoinesIA50311
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Westridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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Capri Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Apartments

8465 Clark StClive, IA 50325
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West Winds Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Winds Apartments

8190 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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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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Crest Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crest Manor

1872 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Plaza Hills, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plaza Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plaza Hills area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights priced from $675. The View On Hickman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Plaza Hills apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$754
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom- Call for Specials1BR,1BA$799
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$804
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2B OG2BR,1BA$875
St. Andrews ApartmentsONE BED- INCLUDES MOST UTILITIES1BR,1BA$995
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsWindsor- 2 Bed Corner Unit (B2)2BR,2BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza Hills, IA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plaza Hills area is the $1.33 price per square foot TWO BED/PATIO WALK -OUT/WASHER/DRYER Model at St. Andrews Apartments in the in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Plaza Hills apartment is the Windsor- 2 Bed Corner Unit (B2) Model at The Windsor - Windsor Heights starting at $1,700 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plaza Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
St. Andrews ApartmentsTWO BED/PATIO WALK -OUT/WASHER/DRYER2BR,1.5BA$1.33
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsWindsor- 2 Bed Corner Unit (B2)2BR,2BA$1.74
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2B OG2BR,1BA$1.03
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom- Call for Specials1BR,1BA$1.11
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio ,1BA$1.43
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.42

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Plaza Hills, Urbandale, IA

Ranked #9

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plaza Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plaza Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plaza Hills is at Urban Heights listed at $675.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plaza Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plaza Hills Apartment is $700 at Chad Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plaza Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plaza Hills is starting from $875 at Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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