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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$795
1067 23rd St Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$850
Roosevelt Manor
4223 Chamberlain Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Ingersoll Park
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$550
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Park
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$855
Chetwynd Place Apartments - Currently Offering $1200 In Savings!! Call Today: 515-274-2729
3519 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$650 - 825
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
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$725
3225 5Th Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$695 - 795
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Feb. 27, 2026
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9
$885
Eastview Apartments
3908-3947 E 23rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Douglas Park
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$847 - 947
Cypress 2
4214 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Feb. 13, 2026
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$745 - 785
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 725
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$795
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$855
Available Late January, 2026!!
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$650 - 675
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Indianola Hills
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$650
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$900
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
9
$855
Chetwynd Place Apartments - Currently Offering $1200 In Savings!! Call Today: 515-274-2729
3519 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
9
$647
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
22
$997
The Ivy I
211 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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6
$895
Mckinley Apartments Limited Time Discounted Pricing And 1st Full Month’s Rent Free
315 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$860
Skyloft Apartments
1414 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$750
1504-1506 28th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Greenwood Historic
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$775 - 875
Winona
527 40th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
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$750 - 945
Windsor Terrace
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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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
1 BR | Available Now
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$925
5104 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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16
$745 - 795
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
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College
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$975
1354 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Park
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$925
2427 Welbeck RD
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 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 1,830 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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