
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sun Prairie Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Element at Valley West

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Colonial Village

Westwood Apartments

West Glen Town Center Apartments

Woodland West

Chapel Ridge
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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

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Carriage Park

Woodland West NMC

Washington Manor

Woodland Place Apartments, LLC

Meadow Ridge

Polo Club
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Sun Prairie, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sun Prairie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Prairie Studio Apartments | $969 | $705 | $1,235 |
| Sun Prairie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $705 | $1,717 |
| Sun Prairie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $813 | $2,100 |
| Sun Prairie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $1,095 | $2,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sun Prairie Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Sun Prairie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sun Prairie area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Flats Apartments priced from $705. The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Sun Prairie apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats Apartments | Sandstone | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | 35 Studio | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| The Vibe at 8035 Apartments | 35-2nd-Bal | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Element at Valley West | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Sun Prairie & Vista Court | 9012aa-5_aa-51Bedroom1Bath_640 | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Colonial Village | Richmond | 2BR,1BA | $813 |
| Westwood Apartments | WW_A | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Woodland West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| Chapel Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sun Prairie, IA
As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sun Prairie area is the $1.07 price per square foot Berkeley Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Sun Prairie apartment is the B1 Model at Diamond Brooke starting at $1,305 with a $1.09 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Berkeley | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Diamond Brooke | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Plaza 50 Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Colonial Village | Jamestown | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| Meadow Ridge | 2x2 2nd flr w/laundry | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Polo Club | Creekside | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Washington Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Woodland Place Apartments, LLC | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Woodland West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSun Prairie, West Des Moines, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Sun Prairie, West Des Moines, IA
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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 $705 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 $813 at Colonial Village.
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 $1,117.
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