Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Easter Lake Area Des Moines, IA from $600 (20 Rentals)
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Easter Lake Area, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Easter Lake Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Easter Lake Area Studio Apartments | $860 | $700 | $1,093 |
Easter Lake Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $627 | $1,361 |
Easter Lake Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $639 | $1,837 |
Easter Lake Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $950 | $3,327 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Easter Lake Area Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Easter Lake Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Easter Lake Area area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne priced from $627. The Ridges has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Easter Lake Area apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
The Ridges | S1 - Classic | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $736 |
Rosemont Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Easter Lake Area, IA
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Easter Lake Area area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Easter Lake Area apartment is the D1 Model at Somerset starting at $1,109 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Easter Lake Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Vineyards | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Somerset | D1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Carman Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Rosemont Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Melbourne | A1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEaster Lake Area, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #60
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Easter Lake Area Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Easter Lake Area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Easter Lake Area?
The cheapest apartment in Easter Lake Area is Melbourne which is listed at $627, while the average apartment in Easter Lake Area costs $1,260.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Easter Lake Area?
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 39 regular apartments in Easter Lake Area 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 Easter Lake Area?
Cheap apartments in Easter Lake Area have an average cost of $256 which is $1,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Easter Lake Area.
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