Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (11 Rentals)

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Eastview Manor
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3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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3720 E Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Douglas Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Douglas Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The Scott at East Village priced from $709. Parkside East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Douglas Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Scott at East VillageStudioStudio,1BA$709
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$860
3274 E Euclid Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$925
Hilltop Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas Acres, IA

As of March 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Douglas Acres area is the $0.65 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Grand Homes (55+ Community) in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Douglas Acres apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Rose Glen starting at $2,000 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Douglas Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Homes (55+ Community)Three Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.65
Rose Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.88
Hilltop Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.08
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
219 E Grand2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.64
The Emory - Altoona1 Bedroom Suite1BR,1BA$1.66
3274 E Euclid Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.23
Park Winds2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #78

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Douglas Acres Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Douglas Acres Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Douglas Acres?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Douglas Acres is at The Scott at East Village listed at $709.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment is $800 at Parkside East.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Douglas Acres Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Douglas Acres is starting from $875 at Canterbury Park.

What is the most affordable Douglas Acres Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Douglas Acres Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grand Homes (55+ Community) and starts from $975.

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