
Cheap Homes for Rent in Fort Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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324 Rittenhouse St

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1858 E Park Ave

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906 SE Hackley Ave

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Fort Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fort Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fort Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,141 | $1,025 | $1,350 |
Fort Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,372 | $1,195 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fort Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Fort Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $583. Melbourne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $627. Here are the most affordable Fort 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 |
Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Des Moines, IA
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Des Moines area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 bath Model at Southbrook Green in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Fort Des Moines apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Southbrook Green | 3 Bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Somerset | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
1201 E Bell Avenue | Two Bedroom in Des Moines | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Southern Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in Fort Des Moines?
There are currently 112 Apartments for Rent in Fort Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $583 to $2,575. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fort Des Moines ranging from $1,025 to $1,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fort Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fort Des Moines ranges from $1,025 to $1,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,256.
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