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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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125 NW Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA
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$850 - 995
5008 Ingersoll
Des Moines, IA
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Ingersoll Park
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$675
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607
3607 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
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North Of Grand
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$925
5104 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
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$925
Drake Triplex
1111 27th St Des Moines, IA
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Drake University
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$895
Two Bedroom, One Bathroom Home With Washer/dryer!
905 25Th St Des Moines, IA
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$675
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
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Euclid Heights
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$750
1504-1506 28th St
Des Moines, IA
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Greenwood Historic
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$860
Skyloft Apartments
1414 30th St Des Moines, IA
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Drake
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$775 - 875
Winona
527 40th St Des Moines, IA
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Ashworth Oaks
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$750 - 945
Windsor Terrace
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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College
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$795
686 19Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$865
815 Boulder Ave
Des Moines, IA
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$875
Ingersoll Flats - Urban Living!
2714 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
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College
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$795 - 995
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
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Lower Beaver
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$795
1067 23rd St Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
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Drake University
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$745 - 785
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
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$735
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
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$675
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
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River Bend
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$715 - 765
Nice 1ba/1br Waived App Fee! $500 Off First Month Rent! $715 Rent 1Bedroom
4053 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
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$775
1147 26th St
Des Moines, IA
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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
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$1,000
718 34th St Unit Lofted
Des Moines, IA
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North Of Grand
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$795
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
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$855
Available Late January, 2026!!
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
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Woodland Heights
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$675 - 695
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
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Indianola Hills
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$650
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
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$675 - 725
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
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$925
1013 1/2 Kenyon Ave
Des Moines, IA
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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 $1,040, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,740. Out of the 2,873 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,820 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
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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