Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sun Prairie Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $600 (38 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sun Prairie area of West Des Moines.

close
View Me
The Flats Apartments
Rent Specials
$770 - $1,151
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$770 - $1,151
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

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

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

Read Article
close
View Me
Meadow Ridge
$989 - $1,129
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$989 - $1,129
Total Monthly Price
$989 - $1,129
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 30

Meadow Ridge

1301 49th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
Cost Per Sq.Ft.
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Wellington Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,033 - $2,147
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,033 - $2,147
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
close
View Me
Polo Club
$1,193 - $2,133
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,193 - $2,133
Total Monthly Price
Varies
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 11

Polo Club

6201 Ep True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
close
View Me
Keystone Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

5472 Wild Rose LnWest Des Moines, IA 50266
close
View Me
Dakota Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dakota Apartments

5250 Dakota DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
  • Utilities Included

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-38, Page 1 of 1

Sun Prairie, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sun Prairie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sun Prairie area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive priced from $705. The Flats Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $764. Here are the most affordable Sun Prairie apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive35 StudioStudio,1BA$705
The Flats ApartmentsTawny1BR,1BA$764
WestwoodBloomfield2BR,1BA$820
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments35-1st-Bal-2Studio,1BA$825
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent LivingStudioStudio,1BA$875
Sun Prairie & Vista CourtA31BR,1BA$875
Carriage Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Chapel Ridge1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Element at Valley WestA1 Classic1BR,1BA$910
Plaza 50 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sun Prairie, IA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sun Prairie area is the $0.99 price per square foot Bedford Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,857. The second greatest value Sun Prairie apartment is the T3 (att gar) Model at BelleMeade Apartments starting at $2,125 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sun Prairie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesBedford3BR,2.5BA$0.99
BelleMeade ApartmentsT3 (att gar)3BR,2.5BA$1.22
ReNew Jordan CreekMonogram3BR,2BA$1.22
Diamond BrookeB12BR,2BA$1.10
Holcomb PlaceB2BR,2BA$1.26
Woodland Place Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.16
Fountains ApartmentsThe Trevi1BR,1BA$1.29
WestwoodBloomfield Signature2BR,1BA$1.13
Carriage Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Element at Valley WestA1 Classic1BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sun Prairie, West Des Moines, IA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
Sun Prairie, West Des Moines, IA

School data provided by Great Schools

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sun Prairie Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sun Prairie?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sun Prairie is at The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive listed at $705.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sun Prairie Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sun Prairie Apartment is $770 at The Flats Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sun Prairie Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sun Prairie is starting from $935 at Sun Prairie & Vista Court.

What is the most affordable Sun Prairie Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sun Prairie Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Prairie & Vista Court and starts from $1,221.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa article

A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals article

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.