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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
19
$980
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Jul. 21, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
East Village
1
$800 - 900
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Section 8
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
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 | Aug. 14, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Dishwasher
Sherman Hill
0
$897 - 997
Cypress 1 (east Ridge)
3913 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jul. 19, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
38
$795 - 945
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Drake University
69
$995
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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East Village
43
$925
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
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Indianola Hills
6
$785 - 995
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Jul. 7, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
River Bend
24
$897
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Aug. 11, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
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Dishwasher
5
$795 - 995
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Dishwasher
23
$933 - 1,231
The 4220 Grand Apartments
3.6
4220 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jul. 30, 2026
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Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
55
$798 - 1,100
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
In Unit Laundry
5
$795 - 810
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
8
$980 - 1,250
Park Avenue By Broadmoor
4400 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Pool
23
$992
The Edge @ Grays Landing
406 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Jul. 6, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
39
$695 - 995
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Pool
32
$955 - 997
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
9
$910 - 915
Chetwynd Place
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Storage
Woodland Heights
35
$899 - 950
915 Mulberry
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Disability Access
41
$793 - 1,269
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
Pool
22
$669
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Drake University
13
$890 - 950
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Fitness Center
Storage
16
$642
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jul. 15, 2026
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Dog Friendly
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Air Conditioning
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River Bend
9
$990 - 995
Nelson 8 Plex
5616 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Dishwasher
Merle Hay
6
$800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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10
$799
New Lower Rent !
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 176 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 665 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 1,842 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 2,617 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. Woodland Heights
  4. East Village
  5. College

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

Welcome to the June 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the June 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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $950, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,630. Out of the 2,969 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,930 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 65% 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
Altoona, IA
Pleasant Hill, IA
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In June 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 263 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 June M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 170 +1.02%
Ankeny, IA 27 +0.93%
West Des Moines, IA 22 +0.95%
Urbandale, IA 12 +0.94%
Grimes, IA 5 +0.97%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.93%
Norwalk, IA 5 +0.96%
Altoona, IA 4 +1.0%
Pleasant Hill, IA 4 +1.04%
Waukee, IA 4 +0.95%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,455
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 10
Pet friendly 338
Utilities included 53
Furnished 13
Studio 81
1 Bedroom 227
2 Bedroom 218
Square footage 290 - 957

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, Woodland heights, East village, College
Euclid Heights 13
Drake University 11
Woodland Heights 10
East Village 8
College 7
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