
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (13 Rentals)
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Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Douglas Acres?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Douglas Acres Studio Apartments | $1,160 | $725 | $1,777 |
Douglas Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $800 | $2,880 |
Douglas Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $850 | $3,039 |
Douglas Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $975 | $3,616 |
Douglas Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $1,321 | $1,662 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Douglas Acres Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 East Village Square priced from $725. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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East Village Square | Studio 390-392 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas Acres, IA
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Douglas Acres area is the $1.76 price per square foot B6 Model at Level in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,095. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Level | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
Rose Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Emory - Altoona | 1 Bedroom Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
219 E Grand | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
East Village Square | Studio 390-392 | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDouglas Acres, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #64
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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
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 Douglas Acres Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Douglas Acres?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Douglas Acres is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Douglas Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Douglas Acres is Parkside East which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Douglas Acres costs $1,757.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Douglas Acres?
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 22 regular apartments in Douglas Acres 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 Douglas Acres?
Cheap apartments in Douglas Acres have an average cost of $266 which is $1,491 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Douglas Acres.
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