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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$995
Drake Terrace Apartments
1100 24th St 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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17
$835 - 870
Drake Pointe Apartments
1101 25th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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62
$909 - 1,160
Ashley Square
5501 Aurora Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$995 - 996
Vine Street Lofts
Deal
101 Second Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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11
$975
Metro Lofts
Deal
100 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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17
$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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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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3D Tour
$950 - 1,000
R&T Lofts
717 Locust St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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16
$790 - 845
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer Waived Application Fees And One Month Free W/ New 13 Month Leases!!!!
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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7
$868 - 913
Market Place Lofts
312 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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13
$735
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$675
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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River Bend
1
$715 - 765
Nice 1ba/1br Waived App Fee! $500 Off First Month Rent! $715 Rent 1Bedroom
4053 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$775
1147 26th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
8
$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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$1,000
718 34th St Unit Lofted
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$700
2640 Cottage
2640 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Feb. 15, 2026
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Drake University
9
$855
Chetwynd Place Apartments - Currently Offering $1200 In Savings!! Call Today: 515-274-2729
3519 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
7
$850
Stanton Apartments
2200 Stanton Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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McKinley Heights
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$850
Gateway Hill Apartments
1731 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
1
$815 - 825
Grand Manor
3601 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
10
$795
Bg - 1076 21st St
1076 21st St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$725
2447 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Heights
4
$639 - 740
Clover Creek
2901 Boston Ave/3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$925
Drake Triplex
1111 27th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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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 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 2,065 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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