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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

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$725
Windsor Terrace Apartments (Windsor Terrace Des Moines LLC)
3333 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
College
18
$755 - 800
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
East Village
1
$695 - 795
739 17Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
9
$800
Gateway Hill Apartments
1731 High St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Sherman Hill
1
$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
1
$775
253 Franklin
253 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
River Bend
1
$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
3
$725
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit H Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
6
$795
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Capitol East
5
$695 - 725
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Dishwasher
8
$750
The Quarters On 9th
5201 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
38
$630 - 775
The Drake Apartments
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 10, 2025
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Pool
26
$777 - 797
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Dec. 7, 2025
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
16
$720 - 800
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer: $50 Off Per Month! One Bedrooms Start At $740/month.
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
56
$689 - 1,056
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
12
$795 - 797
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Fitness Center
Storage
24
$675
The Martian
1120 23Rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Dishwasher
Drake University
45
$703 - 956
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
5
$597 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Disability Access
15
$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
7
$660 - 785
Community Homes
5301/5307 Sw 9th Street Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Heat Included
Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
$725
Wakonda Village Apartments & Manor
4.0
1800 Watrous Avenue Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
14
$635 - 770
Plaza View Apartments
6239 Southeast 5th Street Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Somerset
12
$650 - 670
Stewart Park Apartments
1401 E Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
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
$550
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 10, 2025
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Storage
Disability Access
Capitol Park
0
$650 - 675
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Dec. 10, 2025
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Ashworth Oaks
1
$725
3225 5Th Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 10, 2025
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Storage
0
$775
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Surface Parking
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 106 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 371 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 995 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 761 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 $30,000.

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

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

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

Welcome to the December 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 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 15 30 45 60 <$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 $630 and $1,620. Out of the 2,672 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 991 are priced below $800, accounting for 37% 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 December 2025, there are a total of 152 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 December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 75 +1.1%
Ankeny, IA 9 +0.98%
West Des Moines, IA 7 +0.9%
Urbandale, IA 5 +0.92%
Indianola, IA 4 +0.85%
Adel, IA 3 +0.94%
Granger, IA 3 +0.22%
Van Meter, IA 2 +0.91%
Grimes, IA 2 +1.0%
Carlisle, IA 2 +0.78%

Looking for Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $800 2,266
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 222
Utilities included 24
Furnished 3
Studio 85
1 Bedroom 133
2 Bedroom 91

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $800?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, College, Drake university, Capitol east, Sherman hill
Euclid Heights 19
College 7
Drake University 6
Capitol East 6
Sherman Hill 5
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