
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $1,100 (15 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines.


1334 32nd St

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5716 Ovid Ave

4704 Valdez Dr

1410 32nd St

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1511 Del Matro Ct

1042 56th St

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1335 39th Street, Unit 1335 39th
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merle Hay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,394 | $1,195 | $1,695 |
Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,674 | $1,450 | $1,800 |
Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,125 | $1,850 | $2,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Merle Hay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Plaza Manor priced from $625. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Merle Hay apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Plaza Manor | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
The View on Douglas | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Welcome to 2800 30th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merle Hay, IA
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merle Hay area is the $0.88 price per square foot Two Bedroom A Model at Westchester Square in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $872. The second greatest value Merle Hay apartment is the 2 Bedroom Renovated Model at Bexley Urbandale starting at $975 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merle Hay apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Classic 2-Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Crest Manor | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Legacy Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Village at Westchester | Harrison | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
Welcome to 2800 30th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merle Hay
What type of rentals are currently available in Merle Hay?
There are currently 211 Apartments for Rent in Merle Hay, IA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,200. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merle Hay ranging from $1,195 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merle Hay?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merle Hay ranges from $1,195 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,598.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merle Hay?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merle Hay range from $818 to $1,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,420.
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