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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

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$799
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Affordable Price
4671 NW 50th St Unit J Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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38
$695
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Drake University
1
$800
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Section 8
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Disability Access
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1
$795
739 17Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
16
$675
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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River Bend
5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Storage
Capitol East
7
$695 - 800
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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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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Disability Access
River Bend
12
$675 - 750
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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9
$597 - 747
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
45
$677 - 811
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 11, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
8
$725 - 750
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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22
$725 - 745
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Drake University
11
$800
Stockbridge Apartments
1815 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
16
$699 - 725
Limited Time Free Application Fee And Reduced Rents
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
39
$695 - 800
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Pool
56
$799 - 1,001
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Sep. 11, 2026
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Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
20
$719
Ten Fold
1082 21st St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
20
$795
Clarkson
2519 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
1
$750
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Capitol Park
51
$695 - 730
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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8
$795
3905 8th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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House
10
$740
1333 22nd St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Greenwood Historic
10
$795
Bg - 1076 21st St
1076 21st St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Sep. 11, 2026
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Drake University
7
$600 - 795
3309 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
4
$612 - 747
Clover Creek
2901 Boston Ave/3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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Euclid Heights
10
$799
Gateway Hill Apartments
1731 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
8
$675
1 Bed, 1 Bath - $695/month
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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6
$800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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10
$799
New Lower Rent !
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 81 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 298 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 899 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 880 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. Euclid Heights
  3. Woodland Heights
  4. Capitol East
  5. Sherman Hill

Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA: August Rental Information

Welcome to the August 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 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 $1,000, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,690. Out of the 3,036 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 899 are priced below $800, accounting for 30% 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
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In August 2026, there are a total of 126 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 August M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 84 +1.02%
Ankeny, IA 15 +1.04%
West Des Moines, IA 8 +1.02%
Urbandale, IA 6 +1.15%
Indianola, IA 3 +1.05%
Adel, IA 3 +0.79%
Grimes, IA 3 +0.5%
Carlisle, IA 2 +1.0%
Clive, IA 2 +1.0%
Mitchellville, IA 2 +0.71%

Looking for Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $800 2,477
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 150
Utilities included 10
Furnished 1
Studio 43
1 Bedroom 104
2 Bedroom 77

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $800?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, Euclid heights, Woodland heights, Capitol east, Sherman hill
Drake University 8
Euclid Heights 7
Woodland Heights 6
Capitol East 6
Sherman Hill 4
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