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  • 1 bd $622+
    2 bd $630+
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    The Village At Westchester

    4.0 (11)
    5528 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA 50310
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available 8 units available
    1 bd $644
    2 bd $773
    3 bd $893
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Sixth Avenue Flats

    3.5 (5)
    1230 6Th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rewards New Units Available
    1 bd $650+
    2 bd $795+
    Base rent
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    Goldbriar Chateau

    5555 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities
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    1 bd $650+
    2 bd $925+
    Base rent
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    Valley Acres Apartments

    4.0 (4)
    1045 Meadow Ln, Apt 5, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $675
    2 bd $895
    Base rent
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    Beaverdale Housing LLC

    3.5 (21)
    1417 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 1 bd $695+
    Base rent
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    The 31st Street Apartments

    500 31St Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher

  • Apartments Under $800

  • Studio $740
    1 bd $815
    Base rent
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    Grand Colony

    3.5 (10)
    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool

  • Apartments Under $900

  • 5 units available
    1 bd $803+
    2 bd $889+
    Total monthly cost
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    Sutton Hill

    2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • New Units Available 14 units available
    1 bd $810
    2 bd $910
    Base rent
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    Sunburst Apts

    4.0 (21)
    5015 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 19 units available
    2 bd $815+
    Total monthly cost
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    Rosemont Place

    2202 SE Rose Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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    2 bd $825+
    Base rent
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    River Oaks Apartments

    6010 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • 2 bd $832+
    Base rent
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    Westchester Square

    3.5 (6)
    5528 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 2 bd $838+
    Base rent
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    Ingersoll Towers

    3662 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 16 units available
    1 bd $845
    2 bd $920+
    Base rent
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    Elmcrest

    4.0 (16)
    433 E Phillip, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Studio $845+
    1 bd $975+
    2 bd $1,170+
    Base rent
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    3000 Grand Apartments

    4.0 (24)
    3000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 2 bd $850
    Base rent
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    7500 Meadow Lands Dr, Unit 2

    7500 Meadow Lands Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $880+
    2 bd $1,015+
    Base rent
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    Regency Woods

    4.0 (29)
    1137 11Th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

  • Apartments Under $1,000

  • New Units Available 4 units available
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    Income restricted
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    Frank Smith Center

    2100 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities
  • 19 units available
    1 bd $959+
    2 bd $1,034+
    3 bd $1,225+
    Total monthly cost
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    Somerset

    6620 SE 5Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $995+
    2 bd $1,355+
    Base rent
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    Windsor Square By Broadmoor

    5.0 (6)
    900 65Th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

  • Apartments Under $1,300

  • 713 Walnut Street 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2 bd $1,225
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    Wilkins Bldg

    4.0 (7)
    713 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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    City Square Lofts

    240 East Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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    Des Moines Street Village

    3.5 (1)
    1421 Des Moines Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
    Fitness center • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • Ask for pricing
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    Crane Artist Lofts

    4.0 (1)
    1440 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50309
    Parking • Fitness center • Laundry Facilities
  • Ask for pricing
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    Hawthorn Hill Apts

    4.0 (1)
    921 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Dishwasher • Air conditioner • Large Closets
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines, IA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $630 and $1,579.

How many cheap rentals are available in Des Moines, IA on RentCafe?

There are 132 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Des Moines, IA were last updated on 3 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Des Moines, IA?

The average Des Moines, IA cheap apartment size is 829 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Des Moines, IA?

Cheap apartments in Des Moines, IA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Des Moines, IA?

A cheap apartment in Des Moines, IA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Des Moines, IA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Des Moines, IA has never been easier. We feature 178 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Des Moines, IA average. What is a cheap rent in Des Moines, IA? The average apartment rent in Des Moines is $1,119 per month so any rental south of $895 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Des Moines, IA rents go as low as $622/mo.