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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Legacy Apartments
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
1826 6th Ave
Des MoinesIA50314
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3225 5th Ave
Des MoinesIA50313
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The Drake
1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Grand heights Apartments
3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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The Scott at East Village
700 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 4
1614 Arlington AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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from $8551 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Grove at Hickman
2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartments
2411 Welbeck RdDes Moines, IA 50310
1438 9th St
Des MoinesIA50314
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University Village
2225 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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4043 2nd Ave
Des MoinesIA50313
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Highland Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Studio Apartments | $984 | $838 | $1,173 |
| Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $650 | $2,880 |
| Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $647 | $2,050 |
| Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $947 | $1,392 |
| Highland Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $1,333 | $1,679 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| The Aspen | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $647 |
| Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3703 5th Ave Model at 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Aspen starting at $947 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 | 3703 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Aspen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Legacy Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Scott at East Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Rivers Run | New Vibe 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1458)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Highland Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 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 Highland Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Park is Highland Park Apartments (DSM) which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Highland Park costs $1,376.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Park?
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 18 regular apartments in Highland Park 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 Highland Park?
Cheap apartments in Highland Park have an average cost of $524 which is $852 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Park.
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