
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 | $1,134 | $700 | $1,595 |
Des Moines County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $997 | $895 | $1,100 |
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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 $695. Park Madison Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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 | $695 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA
As of April 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines County area is the $0.66 price per square foot #1 First Floor Model at 1701 Orchard St in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Des Moines County apartment is the 801 Jefferson St Model at 801 Jefferson St, Unit 225 N 8th starting at $1,295 with a $1.04 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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1701 Orchard St | #1 First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $0.66 |
801 Jefferson St, Unit 225 N 8th | 801 Jefferson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Summer Street Apartments | Apartment 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 302 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
2212 Piper Plz, Unit #3 | 2212 Piper Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
206 Locust St, Unit 3 | 206 Locust St | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
200 S 8th St, Unit 103 | 200 S 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
1206 Summer St, Unit Half | 1206 Summer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.99 |
716 Aetna St, Unit 716 | 716 Aetna St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines County
What type of rentals are currently available in Des Moines County?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $1,900. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines County ranging from $700 to $1,595.
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 $1,595 with an average monthly rent of $1,040.
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