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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$774 - 985
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$895 - 950
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$799
Limited Time Offer! Reduced Rents + Your Choice Of One Month Free Or An $800 Laundry Card!
4671 NW 50th St Unit B Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$799
Limited Time Offer! Reduced Rents + Your Choice Of One Month Free Or An $800 Laundry Card!
4671 NW 50th St Unit K Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$875
Ingersoll Flats - Urban Living!
2714 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
1
$990
Euclid Foresight - Apartments With Modern Charm!
413 Euclid Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Columbia Heights
1
$750 - 775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$935 - 1,024
Alley Landing
Deal
2715 Douglas Ave De Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
56
$799 - 1,056
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$727 - 987
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Mar. 31, 2026
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$665 - 895
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$770
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
41
$746 - 1,023
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Apr. 22, 2026
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9
$895
Chetwynd Place
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 14, 2026
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Woodland Heights
35
$900
915 Mulberry
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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27
$825 - 1,050
Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Somerset
55
$841 - 1,112
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 30, 2026
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17
$699 - 725
Limited Time Free Application Fee And Reduced Rents
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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7
$947 - 997
Market Place Lofts
312 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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17
$847
Court Ave Lofts
308 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 29, 2026
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9
$597 - 647
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
6
$765 - 845
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
41
$899 - 959
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
2270 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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24
$897
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Jun. 7, 2026
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5
$815
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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9
$995
Drake Terrace Apartments
1100 24th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$825 - 910
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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13
$780 - 910
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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39
$695 - 860
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 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 175 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 640 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 1,865 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 2,452 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. Drake University
  3. College
  4. Woodland Heights
  5. Somerset

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

Welcome to the March 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 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 $1,680 $1,760
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,030, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,850. Out of the 2,912 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,834 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
Ankeny, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
Adel, IA
Grimes, IA
Carlisle, IA
Indianola, IA
Altoona, IA
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In March 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 282 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 173 +0.93%
Ankeny, IA 23 +0.99%
West Des Moines, IA 20 +1.05%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.0%
Adel, IA 5 +1.16%
Grimes, IA 5 +1.03%
Carlisle, IA 5 +0.92%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.04%
Altoona, IA 4 +0.91%
Clive, IA 4 +1.0%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,034
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, Garage Attached
Deals 16
Pet friendly 368
Utilities included 62
Furnished 4
Studio 101
1 Bedroom 191
2 Bedroom 193
Square footage 280 - 930

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, College, Woodland heights, Somerset
Euclid Heights 12
Drake University 12
College 8
Woodland Heights 7
Somerset 6
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