
Cheap Homes for Rent in Des Moines County, IA from $700 (6 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Des Moines County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,453 | $775 | $2,500 |
Des Moines County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,312 | $850 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Des Moines County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Moines County, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bel Aire Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood priced from $650. Summer Street Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Moines County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bel Aire Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Summer Street Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
The Burlington Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 801 Jefferson St Model at 801 Jefferson St, Unit 225 N 8th in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Des Moines County apartment is the 902 N 7th St Model at 902 N 7th St, Unit 902 and a half starting at $1,250 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Moines County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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801 Jefferson St, Unit 225 N 8th | 801 Jefferson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
902 N 7th St, Unit 902 and a half | 902 N 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 216 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Nexus TownHomes | 510 Layne Drive | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Park Madison Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 211 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
200 S 8th St, Unit 103 | 200 S 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
2212 Piper Plz, Unit #3 | 2212 Piper Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
1206 Summer St, Unit Half | 1206 Summer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines County
What type of rentals are currently available in Des Moines County?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $1,900. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines County ranging from $700 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Des Moines County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Des Moines County ranges from $700 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,247.
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