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Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 151 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 522 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 1,509 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 1,698 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. College
  3. Drake University
  4. Woodland Heights
  5. Sherman Hill

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

Welcome to the February 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 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
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,050, with the majority falling between $620 and $1,740. Out of the 2,878 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 1,551 are priced below $900, accounting for 54% 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
Granger, IA
Carlisle, IA
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7
4
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3
3
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In February 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 225 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 February M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 136 +0.92%
Ankeny, IA 18 +0.91%
West Des Moines, IA 14 +0.92%
Urbandale, IA 8 +1.02%
Grimes, IA 5 +0.96%
Indianola, IA 5 +0.96%
Altoona, IA 4 +0.63%
Granger, IA 3 +1.05%
Carlisle, IA 3 +0.88%
Norwalk, IA 3 +1.06%

Looking for Apartments Under $900 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $900 3,792
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 314
Utilities included 51
Furnished 1
Studio 121
1 Bedroom 149
2 Bedroom 147

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $900?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, College, Drake university, Woodland heights, Sherman hill
Euclid Heights 10
College 8
Drake University 8
Woodland Heights 7
Sherman Hill 7
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