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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines

1,242 Rentals
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  10. Building Photo - Pleasant Court
    STUDIO
    $725+
    1 BED
    $799+
    2 BEDS
    $995+

    Pleasant Court

    708-716 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  17. Building Photo - The Lyon
    $270 Off
    Price Drop. $270 Off
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    STUDIO
    $958+
    1 BED
    $777+

    The Lyon

    660 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 416-5102
  27. Building Photo - Flux
    $287 Off
    Price Drop. $287 Off
    STUDIO
    $882+
    1 BED
    $827+
    2 BEDS
    $1,536+

    Flux

    1400 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 608-5497
  32. Building Photo - The Elmhurst
    1 BED
    $865+
    2 BEDS
    $1,300+

    The Elmhurst

    833 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  39. Building Photo - Velocity
    $240 Off
    Price Drop. $240 Off
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    STUDIO
    $899+
    1 BED
    $1,444+
    2 BEDS
    $1,770+
    3 BEDS
    $2,160+

    Velocity

    225 E Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 305-2573
  40. Building Photo - Velocity
    STUDIO
    $899+
    1 BED
    $1,444+
    2 BEDS
    $1,845+
    3 BEDS
    $2,160+

    Velocity

    200 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  42. Primary Photo - Maxwell
    Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $900+
    1 BED
    $1,295+
    2 BEDS
    $1,500+

    Maxwell

    915 Mulberry St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 400-4238
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Des Moines at a Glance

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Some Transit

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Cheap Apartments in Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

When looking for cheap apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown 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 104 cheap apartments available in Downtown Des Moines, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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Getting Around Des Moines

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Very 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.
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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.
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Good 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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