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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA

2,744 Rentals
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  8. Exterior - Lenox Properties
    STUDIO
    $595+
    1 BED
    $725+
    2 BEDS
    $795+
    3 BEDS
    $1,195+

    Lenox Properties

    4215 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
  16. Building Photo - Clover Creek
    STUDIO
    $611+
    1 BED
    $685+
    2 BEDS
    $776+

    Clover Creek

    2901-2907 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
  30. Building Photo - The Eddy
    Call for Rent

    The Eddy

    1120 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
  34. Building Photo - Lillis Lofts
    2 BEDS
    $661+
    3 BEDS
    $748+

    Lillis Lofts

    6313 Douglas Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322
  37. Building Photo - Ivy II
    2 BEDS
    $685

    Ivy II

    530 E Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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Des Moines at a Glance

Average Rent

$985
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School Rating

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31

Some Transit

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45

Somewhat Bikeable

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Des Moines, IA Cheap Apartments for Rent

When looking for cheap apartments in Des Moines, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Des Moines.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 499 cheap apartments available in Des Moines Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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Getting Around Des Moines

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53

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
45

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
31

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Roosevelt High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
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Saydel High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
451 Students
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East High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,040 Students
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North High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,458 Students
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Hoover High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
991 Students
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Merrill Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
634 Students
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Mccombs Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
654 Students
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Meredith Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
664 Students
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Perkins Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
438 Students
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Carver Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
423 Students

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