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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$900
915 Mulberry
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
81
3D Tour
$950
R&T Lofts
717 Locust St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Covered Parking
27
$825 - 1,050
Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Pool
Somerset
10
$983 - 998
Vine Street Lofts
Deal
101 Second Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
11
$975
Metro Lofts
Deal
100 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Covered Parking
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
4
$825 - 910
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
34
$935 - 1,024
Alley Landing
Deal
2715 Douglas Ave De Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Euclid Heights
56
$799 - 1,056
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
8
$980 - 1,250
Park Avenue By Broadmoor
4400 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
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Dishwasher
5
$775 - 880
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Disability Access
13
$780 - 910
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Fitness Center
Storage
23
$975
The Edge @ Grays Landing
Deal
406 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | May. 6, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
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Dishwasher
1
$1,000
2 Bedroom One Bath Duplex With Detached Garage
3421 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
House
Dishwasher
1
$675 - 900
Falcon Heavy
2816 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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Drake
9
$885
Eastview Apartments
3908-3947 E 23rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Douglas Park
69
$945 - 995
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Apr. 7, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
East Village
9
$745
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
College
1
$795
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
15
$895
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
10
$695
Bg - 1076 21st St
1076 21st St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 4, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Drake University
1
$700
2640 Cottage
2640 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Drake University
7
$950
Stanton Apartments
2200 Stanton Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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McKinley Heights
1
$710
2447 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Capitol Heights
1
$795 - 825
Grand Manor
3601 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
College
4
$597 - 747
Clover Creek
2901 Boston Ave/3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Euclid Heights
12
$900
2533 Lynner Dr
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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House
Storage
Euclid Heights
21
$760 - 925
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Lower Beaver
1
$675 - 725
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Sherman Hill
1
$900
Yocum
3438 11-plex 3434 4-plex 3414 Parking Lot University Ave 3436 University 1145 35th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
6
$785
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 25, 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 175 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 640 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 1,865 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 2,452 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. College
  4. Woodland Heights
  5. Somerset

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

Welcome to the March 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 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 $1,760
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,030, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,850. Out of the 2,912 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,834 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 63% 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
Carlisle, IA
Indianola, IA
Altoona, IA
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In March 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 282 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 March M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 173 +0.93%
Ankeny, IA 23 +0.99%
West Des Moines, IA 20 +1.05%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.0%
Adel, IA 5 +1.16%
Grimes, IA 5 +1.03%
Carlisle, IA 5 +0.92%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.04%
Altoona, IA 4 +0.91%
Clive, IA 4 +1.0%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,034
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, Garage Attached
Deals 16
Pet friendly 368
Utilities included 62
Furnished 4
Studio 101
1 Bedroom 191
2 Bedroom 193
Square footage 280 - 930

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, College, Woodland heights, Somerset
Euclid Heights 12
Drake University 12
College 8
Woodland Heights 7
Somerset 6
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