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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

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$895
University West Apartments
4010 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
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Dishwasher
6
$895
Recently Updated Apartments Near To Shopping, Dining, And Public Transportation
3000-3120 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
1
$795
739 17Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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7
$900
2 Bedroom Near Downtown
1083 27th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
5
$597 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
7
$845
Bnl Investments
5201 S Union St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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Dishwasher
8
$895
718 15th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
15
$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
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5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
5
$695
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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12
$731 - 796
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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16
$715
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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River Bend
27
$825
Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 31, 2025
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Somerset
41
$805 - 1,190
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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6
$795 - 845
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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45
$754 - 1,039
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jan. 9, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
16
$720 - 845
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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Storage
6
$825
Comfortable Living Minutes From Merle Hay Mall!
5902-5906 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jan. 10, 2026
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Merle Hay
4
$900
Elmcrest
433 E Phillip Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jan. 4, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
17
$835 - 870
Drake Pointe Apartments
1101 25th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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56
$835 - 1,108
The 31st Street Apartments
4.0
500 31st Street Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
38
$680 - 885
The Drake Apartments
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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10
$815 - 890
Old Main Apartments
1217 24th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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26
$777
The Lyon
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jan. 12, 2026
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15
$695
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
6
$785 - 895
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Jan. 3, 2026
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$850
The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$795
686 19Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
31
$875
Twin Oaks Residences
6315 Hickman Rd 6319 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $900 are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 156 apartments under $900 in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $900 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 407 studio apartments under $900 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $900 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 1,340 one-bedroom apartments under $900 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $900 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 1,548 two-bedroom apartments under $900 available for rent in Des Moines.

Can I afford a apartment under $900 in Des Moines, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $900 in Des Moines based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $31,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $900 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

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

Apartments Under $900 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 $900 - 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 $900 in Des Moines.
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 $1,060, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,620. Out of the 2,752 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,334 are priced below $900, accounting for 48% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $900: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
Grimes, IA
Indianola, IA
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In December 2025, there are a variety of affordable apartments available for rent in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding cities. The chart above displays the number of apartments currently on the market for under $900 in Des Moines and nearby areas. Some of the cities included in this data are 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. In the entire Des Moines, IA metro area, there are a total of 232 apartments under $900 ready for renters to explore. This provides an abundance of options for those seeking affordable housing in this vibrant region.

Apartments Under $900 Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $900 in December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 128 +1.13%
Ankeny, IA 15 +0.87%
West Des Moines, IA 12 +0.88%
Urbandale, IA 7 +1.05%
Grimes, IA 5 +1.0%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.77%
Adel, IA 3 +1.06%
Waukee, IA 3 +1.0%
Granger, IA 3 +0.22%
Van Meter, IA 3 +0.77%

Looking for Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $900 3,747
Top amenities Dishwasher, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 348
Utilities included 45
Furnished 3
Studio 118
1 Bedroom 182
2 Bedroom 174

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $900?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, College, Drake university, Woodland heights, Sherman hill
Euclid Heights 26
College 8
Drake University 8
Woodland Heights 7
Sherman Hill 7
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