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Apartments Under $600 in Des Moines, IA

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$597
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
1
$595
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Ashworth Oaks
4
$597
Clover Creek
2901 Boston Ave/3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Euclid Heights
10
$595
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
6
$150
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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1
$595
Vllc - 1501 University Avenue, Des Moines, Ia, 50314
1501 University Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cheatom Park
3
$600
3309 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Woodland Heights
1
$599
The View On Douglas
5626 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$597
Clover Creek | Standard 1-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
11
$ Ask - 1,010
Park Winds
3608 E. Douglas Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Income Restricted
Section 8
1
$470 - 573
Bloomsbury Village
1440-1450 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Capitol East
1
$525 - 575
2931 Kingman Blvd
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Drake
1
$500 - 600
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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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $600 are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 13 apartments under $600 in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $600 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 44 studio apartments under $600 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $600 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 153 one-bedroom apartments under $600 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $600 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 75 two-bedroom apartments under $600 available for rent in Des Moines.

Can I afford a apartment under $600 in Des Moines, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $600 in Des Moines based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $24,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $600 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Drake University
  2. Euclid Heights
  3. Capitol East
  4. Somerset
  5. Ashworth Oaks

Apartments Under $600 in Des Moines, IA: May Rental Information

Welcome to the May 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2026 key findings and figures for the Des Moines rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $600 — 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 $600 in Des Moines.
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 $970, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,790. Out of the 2,973 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 143 are priced below $600, accounting for 5% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $600: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
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In May 2026, there are a variety of affordable apartments available in Des Moines, IA and its surrounding cities. The chart above displays the number of apartments under $600 in rent in Des Moines as well as 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. The total inventory of available apartments under $600 in the Des Moines metro area is 25. This means that there are plenty of budget-friendly options for renters in the area. Whether you're looking to live in the heart of Des Moines or in one of the nearby cities, Rentable has the information you need to find the perfect apartment within your budget.

Apartments Under $600 Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $600 in May M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 13 +0.96%
Ankeny, IA 4 +1.0%
West Des Moines, IA 2 +1.0%
Urbandale, IA 2 +0.8%
Baxter, IA 1 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 1 +1.0%
Adel, IA 1 +1.14%
Mitchellville, IA 1 +0.67%

Looking for Apartments Under $600 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $600 170
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, High Speed Internet
Pet friendly 19
Utilities included 2
Studio 4
1 Bedroom 20
2 Bedroom 2

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $600?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, Euclid heights, Capitol east, Somerset, Ashworth oaks
Drake University 3
Euclid Heights 2
Capitol East 2
Somerset 1
Ashworth Oaks 1
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