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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

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38
$695
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
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Drake University
2
$795
1534 Woodland Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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Dishwasher
Sherman Hill
9
$575 - 745
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Disability Access
8
$725 - 795
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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11
$800
Stockbridge Apartments
1815 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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Sherman Hill
16
$699 - 740
Limited Time Free Application Fee And Reduced Rents
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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Capitol East
7
$650 - 750
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Indianola Hills
6
$795
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
5
$745
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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45
$631 - 778
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
56
$702 - 988
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 9, 2026
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Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
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39
$695 - 799
Know Your Monthly Cost. The Same Every Month.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Pool
22
$700
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
12
$750
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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21
$750 - 795
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Beaver
39
$740
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Pool
Woodland Heights
1
$625
1072 27th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 10, 2026
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Drake University
15
$675
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Oct. 14, 2026
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14
$795
$795 Per Month 6-month Lease
5201 S Union St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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10
$695
Bg - 1076 21st St
1076 21st St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
4
$647 - 782
Clover Creek
2901 Boston Ave/3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Oct. 10, 2026
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Euclid Heights
1
$725
2447 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Heights
10
$699
Gateway Hill Apartments
1731 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
51
$720 - 755
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$750
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
Capitol Park
20
$795
Clarkson
2519 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
6
$775 - 800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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11
$795
Woodland Meadows
3315 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$795
125 NW Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 72 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 264 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 832 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 1,107 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. Woodland Heights
  2. Drake University
  3. Euclid Heights
  4. Somerset
  5. Sherman Hill

Apartments Under $800 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 $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 <$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, 807 are priced below $800, accounting for 29% 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
Indianola, IA
Grimes, IA
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In October 2026, there are a total of 122 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 October M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 81 +1.04%
Ankeny, IA 15 +1.0%
West Des Moines, IA 9 +0.94%
Urbandale, IA 5 +1.18%
Indianola, IA 4 +0.67%
Grimes, IA 3 +0.8%
Adel, IA 2 +1.24%
Carlisle, IA 2 +1.0%
Mitchellville, IA 2 +0.89%
Clive, IA 2 +1.09%

Looking for Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $800 2,160
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Microwave
Pet friendly 109
Utilities included 6
Furnished 1
Studio 30
1 Bedroom 79
2 Bedroom 62

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $800?

Top Neighborhoods Woodland heights, Drake university, Euclid heights, Somerset, Sherman hill
Woodland Heights 7
Drake University 7
Euclid Heights 5
Somerset 3
Sherman Hill 3
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