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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$900
2 Bedroom Near Downtown
1083 27th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
5
$597 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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41
$826 - 1,250
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$720 - 845
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer: $50 Off Per Month! One Bedrooms Start At $740/month.
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$997
Market Place Lofts
312 Court Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jan. 18, 2026
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8
$895
718 15th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
15
$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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14
$975
Metro Lofts
Deal
100 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$845
Bnl Investments
5201 S Union St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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27
$825 - 950
Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Somerset
37
$925
Finn Apartments
2221 Stanton Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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McKinley Heights
9
$825
Grand Terrace Apartments
2917 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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College
9
$850
7500 Meadow Lands Dr Unit 2
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$685 - 797
530 E Kenyon
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Jordan Park
1
$885 - 950
10th Street Lofts
110-112 10th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$1,000
Fantastic4
1332 21st St Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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Greenwood Historic
16
$925
907 Leach Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Watrous Park
1
$725
2919 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
1
$695 - 995
Pleasant Court Apartments
708 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
6
$785
Mckinley Apartments Limited Time Only Special Pricing $835/ 1st Full Months Rent Free
311 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Dec. 18, 2025
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10
$650
1 Bed, 1 Bath Apartments - First Month Rent Free!
4221 SE 13th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$745
1438 9th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Park Forest
15
$585 - 995
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$725 - 850
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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10
$800
1604 16th St Unit 2
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Mondamin Presidential
9
$995
7500 Meadow Lands Dr Unit 1
Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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18
$1,000
Historic Shermin Hills Apartments With A Ton Of Charm!
1801 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
10
$647 - 997
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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College
6
$895
Mckinley Apartments Limited Time Discounted Pricing And 1st Full Month’s Rent Free
315 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Dec. 19, 2025
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$800 - 935
Libertad Des Moines
4415 Southeast 14Th Street 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 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 500 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 1,583 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 2,138 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. College
  4. Sherman Hill
  5. Woodland Heights

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

Welcome to the December 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 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 15 30 45 60 <$600 $640 $720 $800 $880 $960 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 >$1,600
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,050, with the majority falling between $630 and $1,620. Out of the 2,745 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,577 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 57% 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
Waukee, IA
Johnston, IA
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In December 2025, 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 283 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 December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 147 +1.11%
Ankeny, IA 19 +0.86%
West Des Moines, IA 19 +0.99%
Urbandale, IA 10 +1.03%
Adel, IA 7 +0.7%
Grimes, IA 6 +0.97%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.77%
Waukee, IA 4 +1.0%
Johnston, IA 4 +0.89%
Altoona, IA 4 +1.19%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 4,527
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 2
Pet friendly 448
Utilities included 53
Furnished 4
Studio 128
1 Bedroom 212
2 Bedroom 269

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, College, Sherman hill, Woodland heights
Euclid Heights 28
Drake University 10
College 9
Sherman Hill 9
Woodland Heights 6
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