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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (12 Rentals)
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Randolph Apartments
202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Court Ave Lofts
308 Court AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Lyon
660 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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East Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,191 | $800 | $2,244 |
| East Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $597 | $2,715 |
| East Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $767 | $2,797 |
| East Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $1,150 | $2,641 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available East Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $583. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable East Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $583 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Des Moines, IA
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Des Moines area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Unit Model at Prairie Winds Apartments in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $945. The second greatest value East Des Moines apartment is the One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* Model at 1201 E Bell Avenue starting at $715 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the East Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Elliott | Fully Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
| Court Ave Lofts | CA-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| District at 6th Apartments | McBride | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
| Tempo East Village | Crosby (Studio Type 1) | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
| Capitol Heights | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Best Local Schools in East Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2040)
2 out of 10
Hiatt Middle School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (529)
1 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Des Moines is under $945.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in East Des Moines is Sutton Hill which is listed at $597, while the average apartment in East Des Moines costs $2,015.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Des Moines?
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 18 regular apartments in East Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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