
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairground Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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Fairground, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairground?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairground Studio Apartments | $1,294 | $785 | $2,186 |
Fairground 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $690 | $2,880 |
Fairground 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $870 | $2,771 |
Fairground 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,095 | $2,667 |
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Cheapest Available Fairground Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairground area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates priced from $690. Capitol Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Fairground apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Capitol Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
The Elliott | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Court Ave Lofts | CA-A2 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
Rowat Lofts | S3 - Slate | Studio,1BA | $867 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairground, IA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairground area is the $1.88 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Rose Glen in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Fairground apartment is the 2A Model at Connolly Lofts starting at $1,286 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairground apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Rose Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Connolly Lofts | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
District at 6th Apartments | Kline | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Luther Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
The Elliott | Fully Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
Court Ave Lofts | CA-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Eagle View Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Capitol Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Cityville | Capital City 2 - M5 | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairground, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #54
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairground, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Hiatt Middle School
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Best Local Schools in Fairground, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Hiatt Middle School
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Getting Around the Fairground Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Fairground Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairground?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairground is at The Elliott listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairground Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairground Apartment is $690 at Pioneer Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairground Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairground is starting from $870 at Court Ave Lofts.
What is the most affordable Fairground Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairground Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Velocity and starts from $1,946.
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