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

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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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JK Sully1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Hickman House
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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University Park Place
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University Park Place

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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4010 University
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4010 University

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Oakview Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Beaverdale Apartments
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Beaverdale Apartments

3505 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Yocum Apartments
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Yocum Apartments

3438 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3420 Kingman Blvd
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3420 Kingman Blvd

3420 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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4703 Valdez Dr
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4703 Valdez Dr

4703 Valdez DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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4720 Valdez Dr
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4720 Valdez Dr

4720 Valdez DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Mirell Flats
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Mirell Flats

1134 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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3318 Valdez Ct
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3318 Valdez Ct

3318 Valdez CtDes Moines, IA 50310
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1247 33rd St
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1247 33rd St

1247 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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2901 Rutland Ave
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2901 Rutland Ave

2901 Rutland AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3323 Hickman Rd
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3323 Hickman Rd

3323 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310

Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Country Club Village ApartmentsWentworth (Townhouse)1,500 Sq Ft$1,200
Westpointe ApartmentsJackson1,045 Sq Ft$1,233
Ashley SquareJordan1,000 Sq Ft$948
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom988 Sq Ft$1,060
Westchester SquareTwo Bedroom A987 Sq Ft$892
Oakview TerraceTwo Bedroom-Two Bath878 Sq Ft$860
Bexley Urbandale2 Bedroom Renovated850 Sq Ft$825
Urban Green Apartments2B Original850 Sq Ft$910
The Drake2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom564 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 ListingModel NamePriced From
Plaza ManorAzalea$689
The Village at WestchesterBedford II$701
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Elevated 2 Bed$777
Silhouette Apartments2A$800
Legacy Apartments2BR/1.0BA$800
Oakview TerraceTwo Bedroom-One Bath$810
Bexley Urbandale2 Bedroom$825
The Drake2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$825
Westchester SquareTwo Bedroom B$865
Country Club Village ApartmentsBayhill$870

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #74

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa including Merle Hay, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

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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