Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (67 Rentals)

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Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Martin Luther King Jr. Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $575. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Martin Luther King Jr. Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)StudioStudio,1BA$575
The AspenDeluxe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$647
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
The Scott at East VillageStudioStudio,1BA$713
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
Capitol Heights Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$755
The ElliottStudioStudio,1BA$755
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$775
Grand heights ApartmentsClassic 2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$795
The Residences at River ViewSands1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martin Luther King Jr. Park, IA

As of February 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at AP Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Martin Luther King Jr. Park apartment is the 3703 5th Ave Model at 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 starting at $900 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Martin Luther King Jr. Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AP Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
3703 5th Ave, Unit #53703 5th Ave1BR,1BA$0.90
The Aspen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.20
The Griffin Building2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.23
The Residences at River ViewCanal2BR,1BA$1.32
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted1BR,1BA$1.18
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
Rumely Lofts1 Bedroom Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.31
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #18

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, 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 rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Martin Luther King Jr. Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 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 Martin Luther King Jr. Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Martin Luther King Jr. Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Martin Luther King Jr. Park is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Luther King Jr. Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Luther King Jr. Park Apartment is $647 at The Aspen.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Martin Luther King Jr. Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Martin Luther King Jr. Park is starting from $697 at The Aspen.

What is the most affordable Martin Luther King Jr. Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Martin Luther King Jr. Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Scott at East Village and starts from $1,066.

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