
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diamond Hills Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $500 (6 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diamond Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Diamond Hills Studio Apartments | $998 | $860 | $1,150 |
Diamond Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $1,005 | $1,599 |
Diamond Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $895 | $2,602 |
Diamond Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,804 | $660 | $4,659 |
Diamond Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $630 | $2,460 |
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Cheapest Available Diamond Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Diamond Hills area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Campus View Student Housing priced from $500. Prairie Pointe Student Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $630. Here are the most affordable Diamond Hills apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Campus View Student Housing | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $500 |
Prairie Pointe Student Living | 4 Bdrm Flat | 4BR,4BA | $630 |
Belmont Manor | 2 BD W/Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Hills, IA
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Diamond Hills area is the $1.05 price per square foot Cascade Falls - Two-Story Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Springwood neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Diamond Hills apartment is the Diamond Hills Model at Diamond Hills starting at $1,900 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Springwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diamond Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Prairie Trails | Cascade Falls - Two-Story | 3BR,3BA | $1.05 |
Diamond Hills | Diamond Hills | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
The Cove at Prairie Trail | 3 Bedroom Townhome - Prairie | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
Lake Shore Apartments | Superior - D2: 3-Bed Floor Plan Details | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Prairie Pointe Student Living | 3 Bdrm Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
Tradition Pointe | 2Bdrm - 1115 Building (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Belmont Manor | 2 BD W/Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Belmont Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Tradition Apartments | Whistler 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Campus View Student Housing | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDiamond Hills, Ankeny, IA
Ranked #8
Among neighborhoods in Ankeny, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Diamond Hills, Ankeny, IA
Crocker Elementary School
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Best Local Schools in Diamond Hills, Ankeny, IA
Crocker Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Diamond Hills Neighborhood in Ankeny, IA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diamond Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Diamond Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Diamond Hills is at The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1 listed at $1,059.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Diamond Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diamond Hills Apartment is $1,050 at Tradition Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Diamond Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Diamond Hills is starting from $500 at Campus View Student Housing.
What is the most affordable Diamond Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Diamond Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Campus View Student Housing and starts from $620.
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