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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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The Lyon | Standard 1 Bedroom Floors 5-11
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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East Village
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$997
The Lyon | Standard 1 Bedroom Floors 5-11
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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East Village
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$650 - 850
Quarters On 9th
5209 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$897 - 997
Cypress 1 (east Ridge)
3913 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Aug. 17, 2026
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$747
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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Euclid Heights
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$790
Brick Row Apartments
1075 33rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$900
800 Broad Street, Unit 2
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$745
Welbeck Apartments
2411 Welbeck Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$925
Cotton Wood
2110 26th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
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$900
Tonawanda Apartments
432 Tonawanda Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
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$895
The Woods
2525-2535 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$999
Ua Station
2211 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Nov. 1, 2026
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$875
The Oaks
6239 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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$695
614 Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$945
1 Bedroom Home With Garage!
3840 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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$850 - 990
Bryn Mawr
511 29th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
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$740 - 780
The Ridges
7201 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 25, 2026
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$950
4004 University
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$765 - 820
$500 Off 1st Months Rent!!! Apply Today Chad Estates
6316 Urbandale Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Westover
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$775 - 950
Crossroad Apartments
3710-3720 57th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$647
Highland Park Apartments; Renovated Deluxe 1 Bedroom Unit
1108 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$725
1144 36th Street_inres
1144 36th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$825 - 950
Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$799 - 995
Franklin Court Apartments
4925 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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$675 - 899
The View On Douglas
5626 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$850
3505 Beaver Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Glen Echo
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$875 - 945
Birch Apartments
3120 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$825 - 925
Woodland Avenue Brickstone
1500 Woodland Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$747
Clover Creek | Standard 1-bedroom *
2907 Boston Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 21, 2026
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Euclid Heights
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$650 - 670
Stewart Park Apartments
1401 E Capitol 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 168 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 615 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 1,836 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 2,638 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. Woodland Heights
  2. Euclid Heights
  3. Drake University
  4. East Village
  5. College

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

Welcome to the August 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,000, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,690. Out of the 3,036 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,833 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 60% 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
Grimes, IA
Norwalk, IA
Indianola, IA
Carlisle, IA
Waukee, IA
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In August 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 258 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 August M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 164 +1.01%
Ankeny, IA 25 +1.06%
West Des Moines, IA 22 +1.03%
Urbandale, IA 11 +1.01%
Grimes, IA 6 +1.0%
Norwalk, IA 4 +1.07%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.14%
Carlisle, IA 4 +0.89%
Waukee, IA 3 +1.0%
Pleasant Hill, IA 3 +1.05%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 5,312
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 17
Pet friendly 392
Utilities included 42
Furnished 11
Studio 87
1 Bedroom 225
2 Bedroom 221
Square footage 330 - 927

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Woodland heights, Euclid heights, Drake university, East village, College
Woodland Heights 11
Euclid Heights 11
Drake University 9
East Village 7
College 7
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