Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500(53 Rentals)

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Harrington Studios
from $550Studio Apartments

Harrington Studios

677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Concord Apartments
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Concord Apartments

732 18th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Twin Manor
from $685Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Concord Apartments priced from $625. The Des Moines Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $691. Here are the most affordable Downtown Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5Studio,1BA$625
The Des Moines BuildingS1Studio,1BA$691
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Arlington HallettStudio EastStudio,1BA$695
The Fleming Building#5 - StudioStudio,1BA$695
The Scott at East VillageStudioStudio,1BA$721
Gateway Hill- 1731 High St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Civic Center Court ApartmentsStudio - Apply NowStudio,1BA$750
Studios in historic neighborhood and buildng0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$755
The ElliottStudioStudio,1BA$755

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Moines, IA

As of December 23, 2024 the best value apartment in the Downtown Des Moines area is the $1.11 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,388. The second greatest value Downtown Des Moines apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.11
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
AP Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Wilkins BldgMarket Rate1BR,1BA$1.18
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.30
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
1818 Pleasant St, Unit #11818 Pleasant St2BR,1BA$1.06
Rumely Lofts1 Bedroom Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.31
Gateway Hill- 1731 High St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.15
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

5.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Downtown Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Des Moines is at Concord Apartments listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Des Moines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Des Moines Apartment is $695 at Pleasant Court.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Moines is starting from $919 at The Scott at East Village.

What is the most affordable Downtown Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Scott at East Village and starts from $1,069.

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