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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

31 - 60 of 149 Results
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$780 - 900
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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45
$778 - 1,047
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
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5
$775
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$735
2916 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
1
$695
2919 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
9
$747 - 797
530 E Kenyon
Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Jordan Park
1
$895
Spring Special!! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo In Des Moines With Detached Garage!!!
5801 SE 24Th St #71 Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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Allen
38
$890
Canary Lofts
2530 University Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Drake University
16
$895
3914-3916 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Columbia Heights
15
$695 - 775
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
1
$850
The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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21
$760 - 850
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Beaver
9
$675
Grand Terrace Apartments
2917 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
9
$850
7500 Meadow Lands Dr Unit 2
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$900
6218 Urbandale Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Westover
11
$725 - 750
2303 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Union Park
1
$850
Roosevelt Manor
4223 Chamberlain Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Ingersoll Park
1
$635 - 675
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
51
$695
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 | Apr. 10, 2026
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13
$695
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
1
$795
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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15
$895
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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10
$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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Sherman Hill
20
$875
3809 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
1
$675 - 900
Falcon Heavy
2816 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Drake
9
$885
Eastview Apartments
3908-3947 E 23rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Douglas Park
10
$847
Cypress 2
4214 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 25, 2026
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10
$695
Bg - 1076 21st St
1076 21st St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 4, 2026
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Drake University
1
$700
2640 Cottage
2640 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 149 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 515 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 1,446 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 1,773 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 $32,000.

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

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

Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA: April Rental Information

Welcome to the April 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the April 2026 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 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 $1,000, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,850. Out of the 2,914 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,438 are priced below $900, accounting for 49% 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
Altoona, IA
Carlisle, IA
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In April 2026, 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 218 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 April M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 147 +0.92%
Ankeny, IA 19 +0.93%
West Des Moines, IA 14 +1.02%
Urbandale, IA 8 +0.98%
Grimes, IA 5 +1.0%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.04%
Altoona, IA 4 +0.95%
Carlisle, IA 3 +1.0%
Adel, IA 3 +0.87%
Clive, IA 3 +0.86%

Looking for Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $900 4,197
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 275
Utilities included 45
Furnished 2
Studio 87
1 Bedroom 151
2 Bedroom 147

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $900?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Drake university, Woodland heights, College, Capitol east
Euclid Heights 12
Drake University 10
Woodland Heights 8
College 7
Capitol East 6
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