Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (45 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oakview Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Terrace

2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Anawim Housing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Anawim Housing

1439 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Oak Park Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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4010 University
2 Bedroom Apartments

4010 University

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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421 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Grove at Hickman
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grove at Hickman

2400 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Douglas Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglas Woods

2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Oak Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oak Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $575. Riverview Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Oak Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)StudioStudio,1BA$575
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Welcome to 2800 30th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Oakview TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$710
Grand heights ApartmentsClassic 2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$745
The Des Moines BuildingS2Studio,1BA$750
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$775
Legacy Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775
Canary LoftsStudio A - S1Studio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA

As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3703 5th Ave Model at 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Northtown Apartments starting at $775 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Grandview College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3703 5th Ave, Unit #53703 5th Ave1BR,1BA$0.90
Northtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.90
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$0.94
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartme...Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19
Legacy Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.16
Rivers RunNew Vibe 2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.37
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Welcome to 2800 30th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.07
Old Main & Drake Apartments1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.39
1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 41614 Arlington Ave1BR,1BA$1.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oak Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #39

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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Getting Around the Oak Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 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 Oak Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Park?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment is $647 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Park is starting from $745 at Grand heights Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Avenue Village and starts from $1,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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