
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA from $500 with Utilities Included (193 Rentals)
Apartments in Des Moines where your utility payments are included in your rent.
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Stockbridge Apartments

Lenox Properties

Park Forest

Pleasant Court

Hampton House Apartments

Beaverdale Housing LLC

East Village Square

Windsor Terrace Apartments

MLK Brickstone Apartments

Civic Center Court Apartments

The Flats on 56th Apartments

High Street Brickstone

Old Main & Drake Apartments

Evergreen Terrace

Studios in historic neighborhood and buildng

Park Ridge Apartments

Woodside Park Apartments

Four Seasons Apartments

Randolph Apartments

Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd

3000 Grand Apartments

Newens Dairy Lofts

Imperial Grand Prix

Woodland Avenue Brickstone

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

Lofts on 34th

Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

University Place Lofts

Ashley Square

Rivers Run

Bryn Mawr Apartments

Prairie Woods Apartments

The Parker @ Seventh

Southern Meadows Homes

Southbrook Green
Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,064 | $550 | $2,186 |
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $565 | $2,880 |
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $648 | $3,451 |
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $660 | $3,830 |
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $630 | $2,460 |
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Getting Around Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Des Moines is under $675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Des Moines is Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I which is listed at $548, while the average apartment in Des Moines costs $1,603.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Des Moines?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 97,816 regular apartments in Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Des Moines?
Cheap apartments in Des Moines have an average cost of $382 which is $1,221 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Des Moines.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.