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Cheap Apartments in Des Moines, IA

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$795
418 East Grand
418 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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East Village
1
$775
253 Franklin
253 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Disability Access
River Bend
1
$700 - 750
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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Section 8
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3
$750
Renovated 1 Bedroom - Stellar Rent Specials
4671 NW 50th St Unit K Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$790 - 800
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer Waived Application Fees And One Month Free W/ New 13 Month Leases!!!!
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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6
$765 - 785
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
5
$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol East
6
$795
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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9
$575 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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15
$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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41
$791 - 1,019
Ingersoll Towers
3.0
3662 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jun. 30, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
5
$775 - 795
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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45
$774 - 1,049
The Village at Westchester
1.0
5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Feb. 27, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
38
$695 - 775
Simple Living. Real Savings. Limited Time.
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Pool
13
$731 - 788
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Mar. 7, 2026
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16
$675
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
15
$745 - 795
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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College
1
$675 - 695
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Indianola Hills
5
$650
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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7
$795
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$800
702 Euclid Ave Unit 3
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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9
$675
Grand Terrace Apartments
2917 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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College
15
$585 - 625
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
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$725
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$750
1604 16th St Unit 2
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Mondamin Presidential
15
$695
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
6
$785
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$795
686 19Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$750
1504-1506 28th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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How many cheap apartments are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 96 cheap apartments in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 4 studio cheap apartments available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 3 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 9 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Des Moines.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Somerset
  2. College
  3. Southridge
  4. Drake University

Cheap Apartments 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 cheap apartments in Des Moines—overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons—in Des Moines and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for affordable apartments in Des Moines. Whether you're a student, young professional, or looking to downsize, this report will help you find the best rental options that fit your budget. Stay tuned for the latest updates on rent prices and availability 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

Available Cheap Apartments: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
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In February 2026, the number of available cheap apartments in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding area saw a substantial increase. The chart above displays the inventory of affordable rental options in Des Moines, as well as several nearby cities including 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. With a total inventory of 14 cheap apartments in the Des Moines, IA metro area, renters have a wide range of affordable options to choose from. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly studio or a spacious one-bedroom, this area offers a variety of affordable housing solutions.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in February M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 3 +1.05%
Ankeny, IA 3 +0.93%
West Des Moines, IA 2 +0.91%
Urbandale, IA 1 +1.14%
Baxter, IA 1 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 1 +1.0%
Adel, IA 1 +1.0%
Clive, IA 1 +1.17%
Granger, IA 0 +1.0%
Van Meter, IA 0 +1.5%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Des Moines?

Available cheap apartments 17
Top amenities Disability Access, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Smoke Free Community, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 2
Utilities included 1
Studio 4
2 Bedroom 1

Where are Cheap Des Moines Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Somerset, College, Southridge, Drake university
Somerset 1
College 1
Southridge 1
Drake University 1
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