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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

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$799
Limited Time Offer! Reduced Rents + Your Choice Of One Month Free Or An $800 Laundry Card!
4671 NW 50th St Unit K Des Moines, IA
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$799
Limited Time Offer! Reduced Rents + Your Choice Of One Month Free Or An $800 Laundry Card!
4671 NW 50th St Unit B Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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17
$774 - 799
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$750 - 775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$597 - 647
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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45
$727 - 987
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Mar. 31, 2026
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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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5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
6
$765
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
39
$695
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$775
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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6
$665 - 795
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$799 - 1,056
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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41
$746 - 1,023
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Apr. 22, 2026
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22
$770
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$780
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 7, 2026
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15
$695 - 775
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
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$785 - 795
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$695
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$647
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
22
$747
The Ivy I
211 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 4, 2026
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$675
Falcon Heavy
2816 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Apr. 15, 2026
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Drake
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$675
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Indianola Hills
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$795 - 800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$675
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$700
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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6
$785
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 25, 2026
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$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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$799 - 800
Pleasant Court Apartments
708 16Th St 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 89 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 220 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 870 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 833 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. College
  3. Euclid Heights
  4. Capitol East
  5. Somerset

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

Welcome to the March 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 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 $1,680 $1,760
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,030, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,850. Out of the 2,912 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 870 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 March 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 March M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 98 +0.91%
Ankeny, IA 15 +0.78%
West Des Moines, IA 8 +0.98%
Urbandale, IA 5 +1.0%
Indianola, IA 3 +1.1%
Carlisle, IA 3 +0.87%
Grimes, IA 2 +1.07%
Altoona, IA 2 +1.0%
Adel, IA 2 +0.91%
Clive, IA 2 +0.71%

Looking for Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $800 2,238
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 147
Utilities included 20
Furnished 1
Studio 63
1 Bedroom 102
2 Bedroom 70

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $800?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, College, Euclid heights, Capitol east, Somerset
Drake University 7
College 6
Euclid Heights 6
Capitol East 6
Somerset 4
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