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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA under $700

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  • a living room with a gold couch and a staircase
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    500 31St Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
    1 BED $683+
  • a row of brick apartment buildings on a street
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    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $650+
  • A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and a white table with a plant on it.
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    2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
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  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    6010 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321
    1 BED $695
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and a wooden table with chairs.
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    5555 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $650
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  • A tree with yellow leaves is in front of a building.
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    1045 Meadow Ln, Apt 5, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $650+
  • a rendering of an apartment building on a city street
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    Sixth Avenue Flats, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $600
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wood cabinets and a refrigerator
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    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    1 BED $685
  • A red brick building with a clock tower and a stoplight.
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    1051 19Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    1 BED $485+
    2 BEDS $565

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    755 NE 56Th Street, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top with a stove and sink
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    3821 66Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $650+
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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a kitchen
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    100 5409 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $548+
    2 BEDS $648+
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    1603 North 9Th Street, Indianola, IA 50125
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Getting around in Des Moines, IA

54 /100
Somewhat Walkable
34 /100
Some Transit
69 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 54, Transit Score®: 34, Bike Score®: 69

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Des Moines, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Des Moines, IA were last updated on 22 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Des Moines, IA?

The best apartments in Des Moines, IA are: The Equitable Building, Rocket Transfer Lofts, Park Avenue by Broadmoor, Weston Park Apartments and The Village at Westchester.

What type of rental buildings are in Des Moines, IA?

In Des Moines, 40% of the residents are renting compared to 60% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 18% of Des Moines’s rentals, 58% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Des Moines, IA under $700

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $700?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 28 apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA on which you’ll spend less than $700. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $700

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $700. The average rental size in Des Moines, IA is 723 Sqft, but the $700 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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