Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jordan Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (9 Rentals)
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Jordan Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jordan Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jordan Park Studio Apartments | $735 | $735 | $735 |
Jordan Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $844 | $627 | $1,175 |
Jordan Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $941 | $639 | $1,375 |
Jordan Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $950 | $1,564 |
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Cheapest Available Jordan Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jordan Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne priced from $627. Somerset has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $709. Here are the most affordable Jordan Park 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 |
Somerset | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $709 |
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | S1Pwv | Studio,1BA | $735 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jordan Park, IA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jordan Park area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Carman Estates in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,170. The second greatest value Jordan Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jordan Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Somerset | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Flats on 5th | The Hayes | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Melbourne | A5 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Fort Des Moines | 1 Bedroom-A6 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJordan Park, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #67
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Jordan Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 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 Jordan Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jordan Park?
The cheapest apartment in Jordan Park is Melbourne which is listed at $627, while the average apartment in Jordan Park costs $1,072.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jordan 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 33 regular apartments in Jordan Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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