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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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Fleur MHC, LLC
7301 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$815 - 920
Old Main Apartments
1217 24th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$895
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$700 - 900
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$775
253 Franklin
253 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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River Bend
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$795 - 875
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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East Village
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$897
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
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$975
One Month Free - Immediate Move In!
1219 34th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$850
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit B Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Mar. 14, 2026
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$750
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit K Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$791 - 1,204
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$825 - 950
Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$795 - 845
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$774 - 1,226
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Feb. 27, 2026
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38
$695 - 960
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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32
$897 - 947
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Mar. 5, 2026
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81
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$950 - 1,000
R&T Lofts
717 Locust St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$847
Court Ave Lofts
308 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Mar. 17, 2026
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$575 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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6
$825
Comfortable Living Minutes From Merle Hay Mall!
5902-5906 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Merle Hay
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$900 - 910
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$973 - 1,304
Westchester Square
5528 Meredith Drive Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$890
Bnl Investments
5201 S Union St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$895
718 15th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
15
$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
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$765 - 995
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
24
$897
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Mar. 17, 2026
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$925
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
2270 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 183 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 578 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 1,828 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 2,064 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. Drake University
  3. Woodland Heights
  4. College
  5. Sherman Hill

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

Welcome to the February 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 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 $1,050, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,750. Out of the 2,866 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,820 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
Adel, IA
Grimes, IA
Indianola, IA
Carlisle, IA
Clive, IA
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In February 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 278 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 February M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 162 +0.91%
Ankeny, IA 23 +0.93%
West Des Moines, IA 21 +0.95%
Urbandale, IA 11 +0.95%
Adel, IA 6 +1.14%
Grimes, IA 5 +1.09%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.96%
Carlisle, IA 4 +0.75%
Clive, IA 4 +0.81%
Altoona, IA 4 +1.0%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 4,520
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Deals 11
Pet friendly 391
Utilities included 65
Furnished 2
Studio 129
1 Bedroom 180
2 Bedroom 197

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, Woodland heights, College, Sherman hill
Euclid Heights 12
Drake University 12
Woodland Heights 8
College 7
Sherman Hill 7
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