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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

91 - 120 of 139 Results
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$745 - 845
Discover Modern Comfort At Welbeck Apartments ~ Rent Special
2411 Welbeck Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$700 - 800
$500 Off 1st Months Rent!!! Apply Today Chad Estates
6316 Urbandale Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Westover
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$750 - 899
Crossroad Apartments
3710-3720 57th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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$875
Tonawanda Apartments
432 Tonawanda Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Ashworth Oaks
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$875
The Oaks
6239 SE 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Somerset
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$895
The Woods
2525-2535 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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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
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$750
3700 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$725
1144 36th Street_inres
1144 36th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$867 - 887
Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Drake
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$865
Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 31, 2026
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$797
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$750 - 895
Wedgewood Apartments
2555 Wedgewood Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$747
Clover Creek | Standard 2-bedroom *
3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$865
Come Apply Today! Affordable Des Moines Living: 2 Bed + 1 Bath At Eastbrook Terrace
4151 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 31, 2026
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$745
614 Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$760
2820 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$599 - 750
The View On Douglas
5626 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$897
The Lyon | Standard 1 Bedroom Floors 1-4
660 E 5th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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East Village
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$825
Woodland Avenue Brickstone
1500 Woodland Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Sherman Hill
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$795
Forest Ave
601 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jun. 7, 2026
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Park Forest
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$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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$597
Clover Creek | Standard 1-bedroom *
3211 30th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$803 - 1,066
Sutton Hill
2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
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$660 - 785
Community Homes
5301/5307 Sw 9th Street Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
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$765 - 1,317
Rosemont Place
2202 Se Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$635 - 770
Plaza View Apartments
6239 Southeast 5th Street Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Somerset
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$895 - 985
Madison Flats
1720 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Columbus Park
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$ Ask - 1,010
Park Winds
3608 E. Douglas Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 139 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 499 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 1,666 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 1,918 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. Sherman Hill
  5. College

Apartments Under $900 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 $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 $970, with the majority falling between $640 and $1,790. Out of the 2,973 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,661 are priced below $900, accounting for 56% 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
Indianola, IA
Grimes, IA
Norwalk, IA
Altoona, IA
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In May 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 205 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 May M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 146 +1.02%
Ankeny, IA 21 +0.94%
West Des Moines, IA 15 +0.99%
Urbandale, IA 9 +0.91%
Indianola, IA 4 +1.07%
Grimes, IA 4 +1.13%
Norwalk, IA 3 +0.82%
Altoona, IA 3 +1.14%
Clive, IA 3 +1.11%
Carlisle, IA 3 +1.11%

Looking for Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $900 3,862
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 235
Utilities included 46
Furnished 14
Studio 67
1 Bedroom 168
2 Bedroom 137
Square footage 327 - 880

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $900?

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