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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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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
10
$815 - 920
Old Main Apartments
1217 24th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Section 8
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Disability Access
Dishwasher
35
$900
915 Mulberry
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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18
$755 - 965
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
1
$950 - 975
Discounted Rent For The Month Of December - Immediate Move In!
1219 34th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
1
$695 - 795
739 17Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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6
$895 - 945
Recently Updated Apartments Near To Shopping, Dining, And Public Transportation
3000-3120 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
1
$700 - 750
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Section 8
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9
$800
Gateway Hill Apartments
1731 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$995
1534 Woodland Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$895
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$775
253 Franklin
253 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
3
$850
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit K Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jan. 14, 2026
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3
$725
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit H Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St 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
41
$925
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
2270 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
5
$695 - 995
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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23
$866 - 1,106
The 4220 Grand Apartments
3.6
4220 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Apr. 30, 2026
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Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
8
$750 - 860
The Quarters On 9th
5201 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
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6
$935
Alley Landing
2715 Douglas Ave De Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
4
$850 - 900
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
56
$689 - 1,056
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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16
$720 - 820
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer: $50 Off Per Month! One Bedrooms Start At $740/month.
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$997
Market Place Lofts
312 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jan. 18, 2026
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55
$860 - 1,317
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Dec. 12, 2025
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
17
$835 - 870
Drake Pointe Apartments
1101 25th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Pool
49
$950 - 1,176
Ashley Square
5501 Aurora Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Income Restricted
Covered Parking
24
$675
The Martian
1120 23Rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
12
$795 - 797
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave 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 184 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 515 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 1,684 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 2,137 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 $32,000.

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

  1. Euclid Heights
  2. Sherman Hill
  3. Drake University
  4. College
  5. Woodland Heights

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

Welcome to the December 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 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 15 30 45 60 <$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 $630 and $1,620. Out of the 2,672 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,675 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
Indianola, IA
Waukee, IA
Johnston, IA
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In December 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 283 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 December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 147 +1.11%
Ankeny, IA 19 +0.86%
West Des Moines, IA 19 +0.99%
Urbandale, IA 10 +1.03%
Adel, IA 7 +0.7%
Grimes, IA 6 +0.97%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.77%
Waukee, IA 4 +1.0%
Johnston, IA 4 +0.89%
Altoona, IA 4 +1.19%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 4,527
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 2
Pet friendly 448
Utilities included 53
Furnished 4
Studio 128
1 Bedroom 212
2 Bedroom 269

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Sherman hill, Drake university, College, Woodland heights
Euclid Heights 29
Sherman Hill 9
Drake University 9
College 8
Woodland Heights 7
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