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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

61 - 90 of 175 Results
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$635 - 675
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Ashworth Oaks
51
$695
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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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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$799 - 800
Pleasant Court Apartments
708 16Th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$700
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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Section 8
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$735
2916 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$695
2919 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$807 - 870
530 E Kenyon
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Jordan Park
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$945 - 950
10th Street Lofts
110-112 10th St Des Moines, IA
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1
$895
Spring Special!! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo In Des Moines With Detached Garage!!!
5801 SE 24Th St #71 Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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Allen
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$875
3809 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$963
Libertad Des Moines
4415 Southeast 14Th Street Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$890
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
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Drake University
16
$895
3914-3916 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Columbia Heights
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$695 - 775
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
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$785 - 795
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$850 - 995
The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands Dr Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$795
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
15
$895
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$850
4210 Knob Hill Dr
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$775
1147 26th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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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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$625 - 765
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
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$925
Drake Triplex
1111 27th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 15, 2026
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Drake University
20
$625
Ten Fold
1082 21st St Des Moines, IA
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Drake University
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$895
Clarkson
2519 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$950
7000 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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South Fort Des Moines
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$875
1013 1/2 Kenyon Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$725 - 750
2303 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Union Park
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$695 - 995
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 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 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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