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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

61 - 90 of 168 Results
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$897 - 997
Cypress 2
4214 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 695
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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College
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$733 - 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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$825
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1304 34th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 9, 2026
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Woodland Heights
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$855 - 885
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$785
Mckinley Apartments Limited Time Only Special Pricing $835/ 1st Full Months Rent Free
311 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 14, 2026
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$995
2142 SE 9Th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$740 - 775
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$995
419 E Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$795
Kingman Gdn
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Waveland Woods
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$850
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
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$850 - 995
The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands Dr Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$595
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$885 - 995
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 825
Grand Terrace Apartments
2917 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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College
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$885 - 925
Finn Apartments
2221 Stanton Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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McKinley Heights
10
$850
7500 Meadow Lands Dr Unit 2
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$875
4009 University Ave Unit Unit
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Sep. 5, 2026
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$675
1 Bed, 1 Bath - $695/month
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$950 - 995
Nelson 8 Plex
5616 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$799
New Lower Rent !
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$575
2243 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
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$900
913 Day
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cheatom Park
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$850
4210 Knob Hill Dr
Des Moines, IA
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$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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$700
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Aug. 16, 2026
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River Bend
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$775 - 960
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Aug. 31, 2026
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$150
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
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$825
2447 E Walnut St
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 168 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 615 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 1,836 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 2,638 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. Woodland Heights
  2. Euclid Heights
  3. Drake University
  4. East Village
  5. College

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

Welcome to the August 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,000, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,690. Out of the 3,036 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,833 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 60% 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
Norwalk, IA
Indianola, IA
Carlisle, IA
Waukee, IA
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In August 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 258 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 August M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 164 +1.01%
Ankeny, IA 25 +1.06%
West Des Moines, IA 22 +1.03%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.01%
Grimes, IA 6 +1.0%
Norwalk, IA 4 +1.07%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.14%
Carlisle, IA 4 +0.89%
Waukee, IA 3 +1.0%
Pleasant Hill, IA 3 +1.05%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,312
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 17
Pet friendly 392
Utilities included 42
Furnished 11
Studio 87
1 Bedroom 225
2 Bedroom 221
Square footage 330 - 927

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Woodland heights, Euclid heights, Drake university, East village, College
Woodland Heights 11
Euclid Heights 11
Drake University 9
East Village 7
College 7
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