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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

121 - 150 of 153 Results
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$575
Bancroft Acorns - 712
712 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$950
4004 University
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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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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$750 - 850
Quarters On 9th
5209 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$897 - 997
Cypress 1 (east Ridge)
3913 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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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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$850 - 990
Bryn Mawr
511 29th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
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$945
1 Bedroom Home With Garage!
3840 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 2, 2026
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$945
My - 1106 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, Ia 50315
1106 Virginia Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Nov. 20, 2026
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$720 - 850
The Ridges
7201 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Somerset
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$595
Vllc - 1501 University Avenue, Des Moines, Ia, 50314
1501 University Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$845
Birch Apartments
3120 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$700
3807 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Woodland 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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$782
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3105 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 30, 2026
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Euclid Heights
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$947
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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$947
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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$795 - 895
The Woods
2525-2535 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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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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$647
Highland Park Apartments; Renovated Deluxe 1 Bedroom Unit
1108 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$759 - 925
The Oaks
6239 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Somerset
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$999
Ua Station
2211 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Nov. 1, 2026
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Greenwood Historic
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$815
Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$575
Highland Park Apartments | Studio
1306 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Oct. 14, 2026
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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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$925
219 Grand Apartments
219 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$825
Welbeck Rd 2 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled Units
2411 Welbeck Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$750
The Kingston
1419 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
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$900
1525 17Th Street
Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$875
Ingersoll Flats - Urban Living!
2714 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
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 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
Grimes, IA
Indianola, IA
Norwalk, IA
Carlisle, 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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