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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

31 - 60 of 87 Results
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$635
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Ashworth Oaks
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
$785
Kingman Gdn
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jun. 10, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Waveland Woods
7
$699 - 785
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$765
East Park Apartments
4053 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jun. 20, 2026
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Storage
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$775
1147 26th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Storage
Disability Access
Drake University
1
$710
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
River Bend
9
$800
Hot Deal 2 M0nths Free!! Apply Today! 2br/1ba
701 711/801 Loomis Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$595 - 645
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
6
$150
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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6
$795 - 800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$799
New Lower Rent !
3517 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
8
$695
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$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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Westover
1
$750
1504-1506 28th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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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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College
1
$745 - 795
815 Boulder Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
5
$645
3103 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
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$647 - 750
Falcon Heavy
2816 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
23
$725
East Village Square
333 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Ask for Availability
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East Village
9
$725
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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College
7
$675
2303 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Union Park
1
$745
614 Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$725
1333 22nd St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | May. 22, 2026
Greenwood Historic
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$600 - 750
3309 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
1
$750
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
1
$750
3710 56th
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$795
Forest Ave
601 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jun. 7, 2026
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Park Forest
3
$700
One Month Free - Limited Time Only - Waveland Place Apartments
4539 University Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jun. 14, 2026
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Waveland Park
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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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