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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

151 - 158 of 158 Results
15
$700 - 850
Lyn Crossing
2000 Meadow Chase Lane Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Disability Access
4
$895 - 985
Madison Flats
1720 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
Surface Parking
In Unit Laundry
Columbus Park
50
$650 - 795
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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
$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
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
1
$525 - 575
2931 Kingman Blvd
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Drake
$875
Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5Th Street Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
Luxury
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 158 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 456 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 1,404 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 1,533 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. Drake University
  3. College
  4. Sherman Hill
  5. Woodland Heights

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 $1,020, with the majority falling between $620 and $1,620. Out of the 2,753 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,397 are priced below $900, accounting for 51% 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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7
4
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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 233 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, Drake university, College, Sherman hill, Woodland heights
Euclid Heights 27
Drake University 9
College 7
Sherman Hill 7
Woodland Heights 6
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