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Apartments Under $600 in Des Moines, IA

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$575 - 597
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Disability Access
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$525
2243 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$600
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
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River Bend
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$150
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$575
Bancroft Acorns - 712
712 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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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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Cheatom Park
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$575
Highland Park Apartments | Studio
1306 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Oct. 14, 2026
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$525 - 575
2931 Kingman Blvd
Des Moines, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 8 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 22 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 102 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 30 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. Somerset
  3. Southridge
  4. Cheatom Park
  5. River Bend

Apartments Under $600 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 $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 <$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, 92 are priced below $600, accounting for 3% 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 October 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 October M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 13 +1.0%
Ankeny, IA 4 +1.0%
West Des Moines, IA 3 +1.0%
Adel, IA 1 +1.0%
Urbandale, IA 1 +1.4%
Baxter, IA 1 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 1 +1.0%
Carlisle, IA 1 +1.25%
Norwalk, IA 1 -1.0%
Johnston, IA 1 -1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $600 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $600 452
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Microwave
Pet friendly 11
Utilities included 2
Studio 7
1 Bedroom 11
2 Bedroom 2

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $600?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, Somerset, Southridge, Cheatom park, River bend
Drake University 2
Somerset 1
Southridge 1
Cheatom Park 1
River Bend 1
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