
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castalia Plaza Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Castalia Plaza, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Castalia Plaza?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Castalia Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,073 | $887 | $1,248 |
Castalia Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $700 | $2,718 |
Castalia Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $850 | $2,838 |
Castalia Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $975 | $3,582 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Castalia Plaza Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Castalia Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Castalia Plaza area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Wedgewood Coop priced from $725. Cypress 1 (East Ridge) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $797. Here are the most affordable Castalia Plaza apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wedgewood Coop | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Cypress 1 (East Ridge) | Elevated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $797 |
Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castalia Plaza, IA
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Castalia Plaza area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Model at Grand Homes (55+ Community) in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Castalia Plaza apartment is the Townhome Style- 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Blue Ridge Commons starting at $1,575 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castalia Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grand Homes (55+ Community) | 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Blue Ridge Commons | Townhome Style- 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Wedgewood Coop | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Golfview Condos | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCastalia Plaza, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #69
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Castalia Plaza Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 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 Castalia Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Castalia Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Castalia Plaza is Wedgewood Coop which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Castalia Plaza costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Castalia Plaza?
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 39 regular apartments in Castalia Plaza 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 Castalia Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Castalia Plaza have an average cost of $534 which is $761 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Castalia Plaza.
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