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Cheap Apartments in Des Moines, IA

31 - 60 of 92 Results
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$775
1147 26th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$725
3225 5Th Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 10, 2025
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$650 - 675
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Dec. 10, 2025
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Ashworth Oaks
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$550
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 10, 2025
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Capitol Park
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$585 - 695
Brickstone Apartments
2910 Arnold Rd Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$725
1201 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$647
The Acacia
3323 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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College
6
$765
The Jefferson
3712 SE 14th St Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 725
Harrington
677 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$695
Pleasant Court Apartments
708 16Th St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$650
1 Bed, 1 Bath Apartments - First Month Rent Free!
4221 SE 13th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$611 - 776
Clover Creek
2901 Boston Ave/3201 30th St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$725
2447 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Heights
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$700
2640 Cottage
2640 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$750
1940 Arlington Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$750
2931 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Drake
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$650
3725 University Ave
Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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Woodland Heights
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$780
Rowat Lofts Apartments
601 E Vine St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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East Village
7
$700
Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady Dr Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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5
$695
Bell Terrace Apartments
2701-2715 SW 23rd St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$650
Heritage Apartments
2125 Indianola Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Indianola Hills
3
$765 - 775
Six On 6th
2008 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
20
$750
Clarkson
2519 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Euclid Heights
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$675 - 700
Ten Fold
1082 21st St Des Moines, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Drake University
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$575
3103 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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College
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$765
815 Boulder Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$470 - 760
Bloomsbury Village
1440-1450 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Capitol East
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$645 - 760
Oakview Terrace Apartments
2901 Boston Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Euclid Heights
13
$612 - 650
Des Moines Street Village
1415-1441 Des Moines St. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Capitol East
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$599
The View On Douglas
5626 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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How many cheap apartments are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 92 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: 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 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 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

Available Cheap Apartments: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

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In December 2025, 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 13 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 December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 4 +1.0%
Ankeny, IA 2 +0.62%
West Des Moines, IA 1 0.0%
Urbandale, IA 1 +0.5%
Van Meter, IA 1 +0.5%
Baxter, IA 1 +1.0%
Waukee, IA 1 +1.0%
Adel, IA 1 +1.0%
Clive, IA 1 +0.33%

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