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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

121 - 136 of 136 Results
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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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Heat Included
Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
$725 - 813
Wakonda Village Apartments & Manor
4.0
1800 Watrous Avenue Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
11
$850
Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola Ave. Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Senior Community
Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
7
$825
Welbeck Rd 2 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled Units
2411 Welbeck Rd Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Euclid Heights
12
$650 - 670
Stewart Park Apartments
1401 E Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
11
$ Ask - 1,010
Park Winds
3608 E. Douglas Avenue Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Income Restricted
Section 8
1
$750
The Kingston
1419 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Capitol East
13
$612 - 650
Des Moines Street Village
1415-1441 Des Moines St. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Fitness Center
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Capitol East
1
$795 - 820
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St #7 Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
10
$875
Ingersoll Flats - Urban Living!
2714 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
College
1
$470 - 760
Bloomsbury Village
1440-1450 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
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Capitol East
2
$900
1525 17Th Street
Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
House
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
1
$645 - 820
Oakview Terrace Apartments
2901 Boston Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Income Restricted
Section 8
Euclid Heights
1
$525 - 575
2931 Kingman Blvd
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Drake
1
$500 - 635
East Village Park Apartments
1400 E Walnut Street, #100 Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Capitol East
$875
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5Th Street Des Moines, IA
Studio | 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 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 3,040 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
19
13
8
5
3
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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