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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$947
Market Place Lofts
312 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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$800
Stockbridge Apartments
1815 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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Sherman Hill
5
$845 - 895
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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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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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
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12
$942 - 993
Vine Street Lofts
Deal
101 Second Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
11
$945
Metro Lofts
Deal
100 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
4
$845 - 965
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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8
$725 - 850
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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23
$973
The Edge @ Grays Landing
Deal
406 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Oct. 6, 2026
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$815
$500 Off 1st Month Rent!! Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 14, 2026
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1
$965
Affordable One Bedroom Single Family Rental Home
1964 Arlington Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Nov. 13, 2026
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River Bend
10
$650 - 675
1 Bed, 1 Bath Apartments - First Month Rent Free!
4221 SE 13th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$800 - 850
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Section 8
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$850
Yocum
3438 11-plex 3434 4-plex 3414 Parking Lot University Ave 3436 University 1145 35th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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5
$815
$500 Off 1st Month Rent!! Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
4
$885
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 16, 2026
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$695
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1306 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 28, 2026
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Pool
Woodland Heights
6
$725
Mckinley Apartments Limited Time Only Special Pricing $835/ 1st Full Months Rent Free
311 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$970
419 E Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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6
$775 - 800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$795
1438 9th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Park Forest
51
$720 - 820
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$925
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
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$750
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Park
21
$750 - 795
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Beaver
5
$815
$500 Off 1st Month Rent!! Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 5, 2026
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$708 - 975
Twin Oaks Residences
6315 Hickman Rd 6319 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Westover
1
$810 - 895
Winona
527 40th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
9
$750 - 960
The Hampton Meadows
6514 Chaffee Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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South Fort Des Moines
9
$700 - 800
Hot Deal 2 M0nths Free!! Apply Today! 2br/1ba
701 711/801 Loomis Ave Des Moines, IA
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 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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