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Apartments Under $1,000 in Des Moines, IA

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$776
Clover Creek | Standard 1-bedroom *
2907 Boston Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$650 - 750
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$776
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3111 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$611
Clover Creek | Standard Studio *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$868
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$776
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$647
Highland Park Apartments; Renovated Deluxe 1 Bedroom Unit
1108 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 26, 2025
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$847 - 947
Cypress 1 (east Ridge)
3913 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Dec. 25, 2025
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$868
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$685
Clover Creek | Standard 1-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$900
3505 Beaver Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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Glen Echo
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$615
Highland Park Apartments; Renovated Standard 1 Bedroom Unit
1200 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 21, 2025
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$950
Forest Avenue Village - Now Leasing For 2026!!
3201 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Jun. 14, 2026
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Drake
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$750
6920 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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South Fort Des Moines
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$900
4001 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$825 - 995
Franklin Court Apartments
4925 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 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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Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
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$500 - 635
East Village Park Apartments
1400 E Walnut Street, #100 Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Capitol East
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$895 - 985
Madison Flats
1720 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
Surface Parking
In Unit Laundry
Columbus Park
54
$828 - 1,113
Weston Park Apartments
4200 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
7
$825
Welbeck Rd 2 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled Units
2411 Welbeck Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Euclid Heights
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3D Tour
$762 - 1,145
Somerset
6620 SE 5th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Air Conditioning
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$803 - 1,066
Sutton Hill
2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
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$975
Broadway Heights
Deal
4216 E 50th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
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$875 - 999
Riverpoint Lofts
340 SW 7th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
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$895 - 995
Melbourne
5515 SE 14th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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$925
219 Grand Apartments
219 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
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Fitness Center
15
$700 - 990
Lyn Crossing
2000 Meadow Chase Lane Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Section 8
Air Conditioning
Disability Access
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$750
The Kingston
1419 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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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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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 515 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 1,684 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 2,137 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. Sherman Hill
  3. Drake University
  4. College
  5. Woodland Heights

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

Welcome to the December 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 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 15 30 45 60 <$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 $1,020, with the majority falling between $620 and $1,620. Out of the 2,753 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,675 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 61% 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
Waukee, IA
Johnston, IA
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In December 2025, 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 283 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 December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 147 +1.11%
Ankeny, IA 19 +0.86%
West Des Moines, IA 19 +0.99%
Urbandale, IA 10 +1.03%
Adel, IA 7 +0.7%
Grimes, IA 6 +0.97%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.77%
Waukee, IA 4 +1.0%
Johnston, IA 4 +0.89%
Altoona, IA 4 +1.19%

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

Available apartments under $1,000 4,527
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 2
Pet friendly 448
Utilities included 53
Furnished 4
Studio 128
1 Bedroom 212
2 Bedroom 269

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $1,000?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Sherman hill, Drake university, College, Woodland heights
Euclid Heights 29
Sherman Hill 9
Drake University 9
College 8
Woodland Heights 7
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