
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (8 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach area of Des Moines.


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Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,039 | $905 | $1,150 |
Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,676 | $1,245 | $2,895 |
Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,997 | $1,595 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $647 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, IA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach apartment is the 935 E 7th St Model at 935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2 starting at $950 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2 | 935 E 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 | 3703 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
1818 Pleasant St, Unit 1818 | 1818 Pleasant St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach
What type of rentals are currently available in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?
There are currently 329 Apartments for Rent in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach, IA with pricing that ranges from $450 to $3,850. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach ranging from $905 to $2,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach ranges from $905 to $2,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,570.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cornell Heights Old Orchard Beach range from $947 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,245 to $2,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.
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