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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines

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  10. Building Photo - Pleasant Court
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    STUDIO
    $725+
    1 BED
    $799+
    2 BEDS
    $995+

    Pleasant Court

    708-716 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  16. Building Photo - The Lyon
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $797+
    1 BED
    $947+
    2 BEDS
    $1,400+

    The Lyon

    660 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 416-5102
  20. Building Photo - The Scott at East Village
    2 Months Free
    2 Months Free
    STUDIO
    $837+
    1 BED
    $890+
    2 BEDS
    $1,013+
    3 BEDS
    $1,156+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$837 - $1,634
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$837 - $1,634

    The Scott at East Village

    700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 608-8859
  26. Summer - The Elmhurst
    1 BED
    $865+
    2 BEDS
    $1,300+

    The Elmhurst

    833 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  32. Resort Style Swimming Pool - Cityville
    Discounts
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    STUDIO
    $940+
    1 BED
    $1,215+
    2 BEDS
    $1,615+
    3 BEDS
    $2,250+

    Cityville

    550 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    (515) 414-8574
  33. Building Photo - 713 20th St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950

    713 20th St Unit 1919-2

    713 20th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
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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 89 cheap apartments available in Downtown Des Moines, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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