Cheap Homes for Rent in Meredith Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (5 Rentals)

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2006 50th St

Des MoinesIA50310

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Meredith, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Meredith Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meredith area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $648. Plaza Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $662. Here are the most affordable Meredith apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$648
Plaza ManorCedar1BR,1BA$662
Welcome to 2800 30th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meredith, IA

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Meredith area is the $0.99 price per square foot Two Bedroom A Model at Westchester Square in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $981. The second greatest value Meredith apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I starting at $648 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Green Meadows West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meredith apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westchester SquareTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$0.99
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.73
Bexley Urbandale2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.15
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Classic 2-Bed2BR,1BA$0.94
Elm Village Apartments2 BDRM2BR,1BA$1.11
Urban Green Apartments1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.15
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.00
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Welcome to 2800 30th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.07
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meredith

What type of rentals are currently available in Meredith?

There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in Meredith, IA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $1,923. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Meredith ranging from $750 to $2,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Meredith?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Meredith ranges from $750 to $2,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,283.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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