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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

61 - 90 of 136 Results
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$900
913 Day
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cheatom Park
6
$750 - 825
1118 26th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
9
$875
3807 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$850
2636.5 Capitol Avenue
26365 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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House
9
$647 - 800
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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College
22
$847
The Ivy I
211 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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21
$650 - 875
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Beaver
6
$855
$500 Off First Month + Reduced Rent!
3519 University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 14, 2026
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Woodland Heights
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$743 - 850
Yocum
3438 11-plex 3434 4-plex 3414 Parking Lot University Ave 3436 University 1145 35th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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6
$855 - 885
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$825
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1304 34th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 9, 2026
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Woodland Heights
6
$785
Mckinley Apartments Limited Time Only Special Pricing $835/ 1st Full Months Rent Free
311 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 14, 2026
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$740 - 775
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Sherman Hill
9
$750 - 870
The Hampton Meadows
6514 Chaffee Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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South Fort Des Moines
31
$779 - 795
Twin Oaks Residences
6315 Hickman Rd 6319 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Westover
0
$810 - 895
Winona
527 40th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
4
$815
$500 Off 1st Month Rent!! Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Sep. 18, 2026
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9
$700 - 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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$671
The Gables
1621 9th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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River Bend
1
$850
4210 Knob Hill Dr
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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17
$825
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Aug. 31, 2026
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$150
4804 SW 6th St
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$850
The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$850
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
0
$795
Kingman Gdn
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Waveland Woods
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$699 - 899
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$595
2419 Cottage Grove Ave Unit Des
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$825
Woodland Avenue Brickstone
1500 Woodland Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$762
Clover Creek | Standard 1-bedroom *
2907 Boston Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Oct. 21, 2026
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Euclid Heights
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$790
Brick Row Apartments
1075 33rd St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 136 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 433 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 1,441 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 2,088 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. Woodland Heights
  3. Drake University
  4. College
  5. Sherman Hill

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

Welcome to the August 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 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
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 $1,650. Out of the 3,041 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,438 are priced below $900, accounting for 47% 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
134
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8
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In August 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 200 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 August M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 135 +1.03%
Ankeny, IA 20 +1.04%
West Des Moines, IA 14 +1.05%
Urbandale, IA 8 +1.04%
Grimes, IA 5 +0.9%
Indianola, IA 3 +1.13%
Adel, IA 3 +0.79%
Carlisle, IA 3 +0.93%
Norwalk, IA 3 +1.0%
Altoona, IA 2 +1.13%

Looking for Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $900 4,015
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 276
Utilities included 23
Furnished 3
Studio 71
1 Bedroom 155
2 Bedroom 171
Square footage 300 - 894

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $900?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, Woodland heights, Drake university, College, Sherman hill
Euclid Heights 11
Woodland Heights 10
Drake University 9
College 7
Sherman Hill 6
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