
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (84 Rentals)


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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $783 | $625 | $1,100 |
Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $912 | $628 | $1,632 |
Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,008 | $689 | $2,200 |
Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $811 | $1,750 |
Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 84 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is found at Country Club Village Apartments and is listed at 1,500 square feet priced from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Country Club Village Apartments | Wentworth (Townhouse) | 1,500 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Westpointe Apartments | Jackson | 1,045 Sq Ft | $1,233 |
Ashley Square | Jordan | 1,000 Sq Ft | $948 |
Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 988 Sq Ft | $1,060 |
Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 987 Sq Ft | $892 |
Oakview Terrace | Two Bedroom-Two Bath | 878 Sq Ft | $860 |
Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 850 Sq Ft | $825 |
Urban Green Apartments | 2B Original | 850 Sq Ft | $910 |
The Drake | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 564 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Merle Hay of Des Moines, IA is the Azalea Model starting from $689 at Plaza Manor. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Merle Hay is currently $1,008. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Plaza Manor | Azalea | $689 |
The Village at Westchester | Bedford II | $701 |
The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Elevated 2 Bed | $777 |
Silhouette Apartments | 2A | $800 |
Legacy Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | $800 |
Oakview Terrace | Two Bedroom-One Bath | $810 |
Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom | $825 |
The Drake | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $825 |
Westchester Square | Two Bedroom B | $865 |
Country Club Village Apartments | Bayhill | $870 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerle Hay, Des Moines, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Merle Hay Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Merle Hay with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Merle Hay is at Plaza Manor listed at $689.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Merle Hay is $1,008.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Merle Hay Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $1,200 at Country Club Village Apartments.
What is the average size for Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Merle Hay is currently 1,205 sq ft.
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