
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)
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East Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,110 | $1,045 | $1,250 |
East Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,370 | $1,295 | $1,445 |
East Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,597 | $1,595 | $1,599 |
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There are currently 7 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 |
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Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $583 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Des Moines, IA
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Des Moines area is the $0.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom in Des Moines Model at 1201 E Bell Avenue in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value East Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at Prairie Winds Apartments starting at $945 with a $1.18 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. |
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1201 E Bell Avenue | Two Bedroom in Des Moines | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
The Elliott | Fully Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
Court Ave Lofts | CA-A2 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
District at 6th Apartments | McBride | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Rowat Lofts | S6 - Gypsum With Alcove | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
Capitol Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in East Des Moines?
There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in East Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $583 to $2,957. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Des Moines ranging from $1,045 to $1,599.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Des Moines ranges from $1,045 to $1,599 with an average monthly rent of $1,359.
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