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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$815
Old Main Apartments
1217 24th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Section 8
Storage
Disability Access
Pool
4
$799
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Affordable Price
4671 NW 50th St Unit J Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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19
$945 - 1,000
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
East Village
38
$695 - 845
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Drake University
0
$895
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
2
$895
1534 Woodland Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Dishwasher
Sherman Hill
69
$995
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Fitness Center
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East Village
1
$800 - 900
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Section 8
Storage
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1
$850
Lofts On 34th
1219 34th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
12
$825 - 1,000
Windsor Terrace Apartments | 1 Month Free With A 13 Month Lease
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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College
1
$795
739 17Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Storage
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13
$900 - 940
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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16
$675
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
River Bend
28
$925 - 999
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
2270 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Storage
Capitol East
7
$695 - 800
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Indianola Hills
6
$795 - 995
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
River Bend
24
$897 - 947
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Sep. 7, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Dishwasher
5
$815 - 845
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Aug. 25, 2026
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Surface Parking
Storage
Dishwasher
23
$900 - 1,183
The 4220 Grand Apartments
3.6
4220 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Aug. 31, 2026
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Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
12
$675 - 750
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
17
$995
Court Ave Lofts
308 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Sep. 6, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Dishwasher
9
$597 - 747
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Disability Access
11
$945
Metro Lofts
Deal
100 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Covered Parking
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
12
$942 - 990
Vine Street Lofts
Deal
101 Second Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
55
$823 - 1,059
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Sep. 11, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
In Unit Laundry
45
$677 - 811
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 11, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
5
$847
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
8
$725 - 825
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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22
$725 - 745
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Drake University
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,000 are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 168 apartments under $1,000 in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,000 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 615 studio apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 1,836 one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 2,638 two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Des Moines.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,000 in Des Moines based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $33,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,000 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Woodland Heights
  2. Euclid Heights
  3. Drake University
  4. East Village
  5. College

Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA: August Rental Information

Welcome to the August 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 key findings and figures for the Des Moines rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,000 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Des Moines and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,000 in Des Moines. If you're looking for an affordable rental in Des Moines, this report will help you make an informed decision based on the most current data available.
0 12 25 37 50 <$600 $640 $720 $800 $880 $960 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 >$1,600
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,000, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,690. Out of the 3,036 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,833 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 60% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $1,000: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
Grimes, IA
Norwalk, IA
Indianola, IA
Carlisle, IA
Waukee, IA
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In August 2026, there are a variety of affordable apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding cities of Mitchellville, Granger, Bondurant, Urbandale, Carlisle, Van Meter, Norwalk, Waukee, Indianola, Clive, West Des Moines, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Windsor Heights, Prairie City, Adel, Altoona, Ankeny, Baxter, Dallas Center, and Grimes. With a total inventory of 258 apartments under $1,000 in the Des Moines metro area, renters have a range of options to choose from. Whether you're searching for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment, you're likely to find a suitable and budget-friendly option in this area.

Apartments Under $1,000 Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,000 in August M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 164 +1.01%
Ankeny, IA 25 +1.06%
West Des Moines, IA 22 +1.03%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.01%
Grimes, IA 6 +1.0%
Norwalk, IA 4 +1.07%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.14%
Carlisle, IA 4 +0.89%
Waukee, IA 3 +1.0%
Pleasant Hill, IA 3 +1.05%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $1,000 5,312
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 17
Pet friendly 392
Utilities included 42
Furnished 11
Studio 87
1 Bedroom 225
2 Bedroom 221
Square footage 330 - 927

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Woodland heights, Euclid heights, Drake university, East village, College
Woodland Heights 11
Euclid Heights 11
Drake University 9
East Village 7
College 7
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