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

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Eastview Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview Manor

3700 E 31st StDes Moines, IA 50317
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3274 E Euclid Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3274 E Euclid Ave

3274 E Euclid AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Hilltop l
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop l

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$860
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LevelB62BR,2BA$1.76
Rose Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.88
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
The Emory - Altoona1 Bedroom Suite1BR,1BA$1.89
219 E Grand1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Loft1BR,1BA$1.80
Park Winds2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Parkside East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Prairie Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio ,1BA$1.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #64

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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 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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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