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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$915
Fleur MHC, LLC
7301 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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69
$855 - 1,000
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$815
Old Main & Drake Apartments
1217 24th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Section 8
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22
$845 - 960
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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East Village
38
$695 - 845
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Drake University
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$900 - 950
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$795
1534 Woodland Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
4
$850
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Affordable Price
4671 NW 50th St Unit I Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 5, 2026
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12
$900 - 960
Windsor Terrace Apartments | 1 Month Free With A 13 Month Lease
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
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$995
3810-3812 SW 3rd St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Fairlane
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$631 - 933
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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7
$947
Market Place Lofts
312 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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11
$800
Stockbridge Apartments
1815 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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Sherman Hill
16
$699 - 830
Limited Time Free Application Fee And Reduced Rents
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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39
$695 - 825
Know Your Monthly Cost. The Same Every Month.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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32
$947
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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8
$725 - 850
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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81
3D Tour
$950 - 999
R&T Lofts
Deal
717 Locust St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Oct. 8, 2026
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Covered Parking
55
$854 - 1,105
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 30, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
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In Unit Laundry
28
$899 - 950
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
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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
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Capitol East
7
$650 - 750
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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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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River Bend
5
$745 - 995
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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5
$845 - 895
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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8
$980 - 1,250
Park Avenue By Broadmoor
4400 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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17
$835 - 870
Drake Pointe Apartments
1101 25th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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13
$870 - 950
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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56
$702 - 1,033
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 9, 2026
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$973
The Edge @ Grays Landing
Deal
406 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Oct. 6, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 153 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 598 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 1,739 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 2,388 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 $34,000.

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

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

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

Welcome to the October 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the October 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 <$700 $740 $820 $900 $980 $1,060 $1,140 $1,220 $1,300 $1,380 $1,460 $1,540 $1,620 >$1,700
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $990, with the majority falling between $680 and $1,650. Out of the 2,737 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,750 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 64% 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
Indianola, IA
Norwalk, IA
Carlisle, IA
Pleasant Hill, IA
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In October 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 255 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 October M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 162 +1.01%
Ankeny, IA 24 +1.03%
West Des Moines, IA 22 +0.97%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.0%
Grimes, IA 6 +1.05%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.88%
Norwalk, IA 4 +1.04%
Carlisle, IA 4 +0.9%
Pleasant Hill, IA 3 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 3 +1.05%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,146
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 14
Pet friendly 337
Utilities included 36
Furnished 11
Studio 77
1 Bedroom 179
2 Bedroom 215
Square footage 304 - 899

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Woodland heights, Drake university, East village, College, Euclid heights
Woodland Heights 10
Drake University 10
East Village 7
College 7
Euclid Heights 7
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