Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Farmers Market Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (50 Rentals)

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1040 9th StDes Moines, IA 50314

Downtown Farmers Market, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Farmers Market Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Farmers Market area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Arlington Hallett priced from $695. The Scott at East Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $712. Here are the most affordable Downtown Farmers Market apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arlington HallettStudio EastStudio,1BA$695
The Scott at East VillageStudioStudio,1BA$712
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
Court Ave LoftsCA-A1 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$745
The ElliottStudioStudio,1BA$755
Civic Center Court ApartmentsStudio - Apply NowStudio,1BA$800
The Des Moines BuildingS4Studio,1BA$810
The Residences at River ViewSands1BR,1BA$817
Randolph ApartmentsThe WarrenStudio,1BA$825
Jackson CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Farmers Market, IA

As of February 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Farmers Market area is the $1.12 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Downtown Farmers Market apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at AP Lofts starting at $1,399 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Farmers Market apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.12
AP Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Wilkins BldgMarket Rate1BR,1BA$1.22
The Griffin Building2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.30
College Hill Apartments2 Bedroom Premium Solo2BR,2BA$1.47
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Union at Rivers Edge111_1b61BR,1BA$1.41
Rumely Lofts1 Bedroom Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.31
10th Street Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.48

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Downtown Farmers Market, Des Moines, IA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Des Moines. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Farmers Market Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Farmers Market?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Farmers Market is at Arlington Hallett listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Farmers Market Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Farmers Market Apartment is $745 at Court Ave Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Farmers Market Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Farmers Market is starting from $902 at The Scott at East Village.

What is the most affordable Downtown Farmers Market Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Farmers Market Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Scott at East Village and starts from $1,065.

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