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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

91 - 120 of 175 Results
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$825 - 875
Winona
527 40th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
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$750
Windsor Terrace
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
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$750
686 19Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$745
815 Boulder Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$760 - 925
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Beaver
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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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$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
Studio | Available Now
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$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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$825
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Apr. 10, 2026
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$745
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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College
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$885
Eastview Apartments
3908-3947 E 23rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,000
2 Bedroom One Bath Duplex With Detached Garage
3421 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 900
Falcon Heavy
2816 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$945 - 995
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Apr. 7, 2026
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East Village
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$963
Libertad Des Moines
4415 Southeast 14Th Street Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$647
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
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$747 - 997
The Ivy I
211 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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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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$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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$895
5201 S Union St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$815
Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4171 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Mar. 31, 2026
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$825 - 975
Crossroad Apartments
3710-3720 57th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$750 - 850
3710 56th
Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$965
The Lyon | Standard 1 Bedroom Floors 5-11
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$745
Bancroft
612 618 626 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$599 - 799
The View On Douglas
5626 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 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 1,866 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, 1,863 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

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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