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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$975
Metro Lofts
100 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$899
Vine Street Lofts
Deal
101 Second Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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36
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$725 - 850
Windsor Terrace Apartments (Windsor Terrace Des Moines LLC)
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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College
35
$899 - 950
915 Mulberry
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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1
$900
Van Cruz Apartments
702 20th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
1
$950
3914 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Columbia Heights
1
$850
Yocum
3438 11-plex 3434 4-plex 3414 Parking Lot University Ave 3436 University 1145 35th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Mar. 27, 2025
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1
$750
253 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
1
$665
1908 Arlington
1908 Arlington Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
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$900
4001 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$750 - 1,541
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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8
$860
The Quarters On 9th
5201 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$805 - 880
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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4
$825
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Apr. 1, 2025
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8
$675 - 800
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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College
8
$899 - 975
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments
2270 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$795
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Mar. 26, 2025
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55
$817 - 1,991
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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23
$852 - 1,912
The 4220 Grand Apartments
3.6
4220 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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9
$990
The Old Frenchway Cleaners Building
413 Euclid Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Columbia Heights
7
$650
The Eddy
1120 Polk Blvd Des Moines, IA
Studio | Apr. 1, 2025
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Waveland Park
11
$788 - 959
Court Ave Lofts
308 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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4
$575 - 655
Highland Park Apartments (dsm)
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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7
$795
4210 Knob Hill Dr
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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9
$875 - 975
Chetwynd Place
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Apr. 14, 2025
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Woodland Heights
8
$695
Welcome To 2800 30th St.
2800 30th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beaverdale
16
$715
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 15, 2025
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River Bend
24
$750
The Martian
1120 23Rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | May. 15, 2025
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Drake University
10
$650
Free Rent
712 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$750 - 1,867
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 144 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 401 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 1,470 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 2,051 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. Euclid Heights
  2. Woodland Heights
  3. Sherman Hill
  4. Capitol East
  5. Somerset

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

Welcome to the March 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 2025 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 $620 $660 $700 $740 $780 $820 $860 $900 $940 $980 $1,020 $1,060 $1,100 $1,140 $1,180 $1,220 $1,260 $1,300 $1,340 $1,380
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $900, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,430. Out of the 2,314 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,468 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 63% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

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

Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
Urbandale, IA
Clive, IA
Altoona, IA
Indianola, IA
Norwalk, IA
Waukee, IA
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In March 2025, 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 267 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 March M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 167 +0.92%
West Des Moines, IA 20 +0.95%
Ankeny, IA 18 +0.84%
Urbandale, IA 10 +0.95%
Clive, IA 8 +0.85%
Altoona, IA 8 +0.78%
Indianola, IA 7 +0.89%
Norwalk, IA 5 +0.78%
Waukee, IA 4 +0.86%
Grimes, IA 4 +0.85%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 3,924
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Deals 3
Pet friendly 352
Utilities included 62
Furnished 8
Studio 52
1 Bedroom 217
2 Bedroom 240

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Woodland heights, Sherman hill, Capitol east, Somerset
Euclid Heights 8
Woodland Heights 7
Sherman Hill 7
Capitol East 6
Somerset 5
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