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  1. Building Photo - 906 E Hackley-
    2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,050

    906 E Hackley-

    906 SE Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
  2. Building Photo - 3809 34th St
    2 BEDS, 1.25 BATHS
    $1,075

    3809 34th St

    3809 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
  3. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,095

    1212 West St

    1212 West St, Des Moines, IA 50315
  4. Building Photo - 2400 37th St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,175

    2400 37th St

    2400 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
  5. Building Photo - 932 29th St
    1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,200

    932 29th St

    932 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50312
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Some Transit

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Des Moines, IA Cheap Houses for Rent

Find cheap houses for rent in Des Moines with Apartment Finder. Whether you're looking for a two-bedroom home or something more spacious with three-four beds, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly homes for rent, and we'll show you which houses offer the best value in Des Moines.

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

Affordability doesn't have to equal sacrifice. While being flexible is important, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap house for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and a garage. 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 95 cheap homes 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

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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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451 Students
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1,458 Students
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991 Students
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Grades 6-8
654 Students
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634 Students
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603 Students
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423 Students
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322 Students

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