Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greenwood Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (132 Rentals)

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1048 19th St

Des MoinesIA50314

Greenwood, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greenwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greenwood area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stockbridge Apartments priced from $565. Village Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Greenwood apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$565
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Concord ApartmentsStudio 5Studio,1BA$625
The Eddy0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Lenox PropertiesDrake1BR,1BA$675
The DrakeB31BR,1BA$680
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$685
Argonne ApartmentsStudio CStudio,1BA$695
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenwood, IA

As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greenwood area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Greenwood apartment is the 3 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Drake Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greenwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
2813 Cottage Grove Ave3 bed3BR,1BA$1.00
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted2BR,1BA$1.10
High Street BrickstoneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 33120 Cottage Grove Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$1.02
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Lenox PropertiesGrand1BR,1BA$1.05
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.81
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$1.01

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Des Moines. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Greenwood Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greenwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greenwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greenwood is at Village Green listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenwood Apartment is $565 at Stockbridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greenwood Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greenwood is starting from $765 at The Pointe on Fleur.

What is the most affordable Greenwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Greenwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pointe on Fleur and starts from $950.

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