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Cheap Apartments in Des Moines, IA

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$799
Limited Time Offer! Reduced Rents + Your Choice Of One Month Free Or An $800 Laundry Card!
4671 NW 50th St Unit B Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$750
Limited Time Offer! Reduced Rents + Your Choice Of One Month Free Or An $800 Laundry Card!
4671 NW 50th St Unit F Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Apr. 22, 2026
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$705 - 780
The Des Moines Building
405 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$700
Civic Center Court Apartments
200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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7
$675
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Indianola Hills
6
$765
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
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$736 - 998
The Village at Westchester
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5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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$760
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | May. 15, 2026
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River Bend
13
$678 - 798
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$795
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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17
$699 - 730
Limited Time Free Application Fee And Reduced Rents
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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9
$597 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$745
Cottage Grove Corner
2650 Cottage Grv Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$775
Magnolia Park
40 E Mckinley Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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6
$785
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | May. 25, 2026
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$747
530 E Kenyon
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Jordan Park
1
$735
2916 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$695
2919 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$795
Spring Special!! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo In Des Moines With Detached Garage!!!
5801 SE 24Th St #71 Des Moines, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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Allen
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$725
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
7
$695
2303 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Union Park
6
$795 - 800
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$725
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$645
3103 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
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$762 - 991
Somerset
6620 SE 5th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$760
Legacy Meadows
3610 Twana Dr Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Lower Beaver
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$635
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Surface Parking
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Ashworth Oaks
51
$695 - 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 | Apr. 30, 2026
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$647 - 800
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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How many cheap apartments are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 86 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 10 studio cheap apartments available for rent in Des Moines.

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

Rentable.co has 10 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. Drake University
  2. Somerset
  3. Southridge

Cheap Apartments in Des Moines, IA: April Rental Information

Welcome to the April 2026 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the April 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 $1,760

Available Cheap Apartments: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
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In April 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 15 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 April M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 4 +0.91%
Ankeny, IA 3 +1.06%
West Des Moines, IA 2 +0.92%
Urbandale, IA 1 +1.0%
Baxter, IA 1 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 1 +1.0%
Adel, IA 1 +1.0%
Clive, IA 0 +1.67%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Des Moines?

Available cheap apartments 10
Top amenities Disability Access, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Smoke Free Community, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 2
Utilities included 1
Studio 3
2 Bedroom 1

Where are Cheap Des Moines Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Drake university, Somerset, Southridge
Drake University 2
Somerset 1
Southridge 1
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