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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

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$700 - 750
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Storage
Disability Access
17
$695 - 745
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
5
$775
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jun. 7, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
39
$695
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | May. 25, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Pool
32
$797
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | May. 31, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
9
$597 - 647
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
31
$675 - 750
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
6
$765 - 785
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jun. 7, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
River Bend
5
$795
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Dishwasher
7
$695
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | May. 23, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Indianola Hills
16
$728
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jun. 15, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
River Bend
17
$699 - 725
Limited Time Free Application Fee And Reduced Rents
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
11
$800
Stockbridge Apartments
1815 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Sherman Hill
45
$716 - 950
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | May. 27, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
9
$799
Chetwynd Place
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Woodland Heights
22
$683
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Drake University
8
$795
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
21
$675 - 760
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Lower Beaver
1
$799
Pleasant Court Apartments
708 16Th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
Sherman Hill
10
$650
1 Bed, 1 Bath Apartments - First Month Rent Free!
4221 SE 13th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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7
$699 - 785
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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1
$785
Kingman Gdn
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jun. 10, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Waveland Woods
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$745 - 795
815 Boulder Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Dishwasher
9
$750 - 780
The Hampton Meadows
6514 Chaffee Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | May. 25, 2026
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South Fort Des Moines
31
$779 - 788
Twin Oaks Residences
6315 Hickman Rd 6319 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Westover
1
$750
1504-1506 28th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Greenwood Historic
33
$715 - 800
Windsor Terrace Apartments | Comfortable Living In The Heart Of Ingersoll
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
College
51
$695 - 795
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Jun. 12, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
1
$750
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jul. 15, 2026
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Storage
Disability Access
Capitol Park
1
$635
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 87 apartments under $800 in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 255 studio apartments under $800 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 1,022 one-bedroom apartments under $800 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 803 two-bedroom apartments under $800 available for rent in Des Moines.

Can I afford a apartment under $800 in Des Moines, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $800 in Des Moines based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $29,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $800 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Drake University
  2. Woodland Heights
  3. Euclid Heights
  4. College
  5. Capitol East

Apartments Under $800 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 $800 — 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 $800 in Des Moines. Whether you're a student, young professional, or simply searching for an affordable housing option, Rentable has you covered. Stay tuned for our comprehensive report on apartments under $800 in Des Moines, IA.
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 $980, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,830. Out of the 2,963 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,009 are priced below $800, accounting for 34% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $800: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
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In May 2026, there are a total of 134 apartments available for rent under $800 in the Des Moines, IA metro area. This includes apartments in Des Moines as well as nearby cities such 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. Whether you're looking for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment, you'll find a variety of options within this price range in the Des Moines metro area. Start your search now and find the perfect affordable apartment for you.

Apartments Under $800 Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $800 in May M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 91 +1.06%
Ankeny, IA 17 +1.0%
West Des Moines, IA 9 +1.0%
Urbandale, IA 6 +0.79%
Indianola, IA 3 +1.11%
Clive, IA 2 +0.91%
Carlisle, IA 2 +1.27%
Adel, IA 2 +1.15%
Mitchellville, IA 2 +0.89%
Grimes, IA 1 +1.38%

Looking for Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $800 2,082
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 126
Utilities included 19
Furnished 1
Studio 48
1 Bedroom 108
2 Bedroom 42

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $800?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, Woodland heights, Euclid heights, College, Capitol east
Drake University 7
Woodland Heights 6
Euclid Heights 6
College 5
Capitol East 5
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