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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA

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  38. 1 BED
    $647+
    2 BEDS
    $697+

    The Aspen

    1646 Hull Ave E, Des Moines, IA 50313
  42. STUDIO
    $650

    The Eddy

    1120 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
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Des Moines at a Glance

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$986
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Some Transit

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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 74 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

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

3
Roosevelt High School
out of 10 Rating
Public | Grades 9- 12 | 1,986 Students
3
North High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 1,458 Students
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Hoover High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 991 Students
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Lincoln High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 2,403 Students
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East High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 2,040 Students
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Merrill Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 634 Students
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Callanan Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 507 Students
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Mccombs Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 654 Students
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Hoyt Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 486 Students
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Windsor Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 296 Students
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Greenwood Elementary School
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 272 Students
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