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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$970
419 E Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$795
1438 9th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Park Forest
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$815
$500 Off 1st Month Rent!! Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 14, 2026
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$965
Affordable One Bedroom Single Family Rental Home
1964 Arlington Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Nov. 13, 2026
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River Bend
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$650 - 675
1 Bed, 1 Bath Apartments - First Month Rent Free!
4221 SE 13th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$800 - 850
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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$995
7010 SW 13Th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$727 - 897
530 E Kenyon
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Jordan Park
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$725 - 1,000
East Village Square
333 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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East Village
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$750 - 795
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
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Lower Beaver
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$525
2243 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$150
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$647 - 800
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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College
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$927 - 997
The Ivy I
211 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$950
Kingstone Apartments 2
3121 Kingman Blvd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$850
2636.5 Capitol Avenue
26365 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$700 - 990
Lyn Crossing
2000 Meadow Chase Lane Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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$975
Broadway Heights
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4216 E 50th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$765 - 1,317
Rosemont Place
2202 Se Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$803 - 1,066
Sutton Hill
2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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4
$895 - 985
Madison Flats
1720 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Columbus Park
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$895 - 995
Melbourne
5515 SE 14th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$875 - 999
Riverpoint Lofts
340 SW 7th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$828 - 1,113
Weston Park Apartments
4200 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
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$762 - 1,145
Somerset
6620 SE 5th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 725
The View On Douglas
5626 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
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$695
2820 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$687 - 800
Brick Row Apartments
1075 33rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$695 - 795
Garden Court
3700 Martin Luther King Blvd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$815
$500 Off 1st Months Rent!!! Apply Today Chad Estates
6316 Urbandale Ave 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 153 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 598 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 1,739 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 2,388 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 $34,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,000 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Woodland Heights
  2. Drake University
  3. East Village
  4. College
  5. Euclid Heights

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

Welcome to the October 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the October 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 <$700 $740 $820 $900 $980 $1,060 $1,140 $1,220 $1,300 $1,380 $1,460 $1,540 $1,620 >$1,700
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $990, with the majority falling between $680 and $1,650. Out of the 2,737 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,750 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 64% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $1,000: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

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Ankeny, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
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Indianola, IA
Norwalk, IA
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In October 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 255 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 October M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 162 +1.01%
Ankeny, IA 24 +1.03%
West Des Moines, IA 22 +0.97%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.0%
Grimes, IA 6 +1.05%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.88%
Norwalk, IA 4 +1.04%
Carlisle, IA 4 +0.9%
Pleasant Hill, IA 3 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 3 +1.05%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,146
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 14
Pet friendly 337
Utilities included 36
Furnished 11
Studio 77
1 Bedroom 179
2 Bedroom 215
Square footage 304 - 899

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Woodland heights, Drake university, East village, College, Euclid heights
Woodland Heights 10
Drake University 10
East Village 7
College 7
Euclid Heights 7
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